About the role

Lead Engineer responsible for obsolescence management in rotary wing portfolio. Joining Leonardo UK, a leader in aerospace and defense, to oversee critical engineering functions.

Responsibilities

Oversee the Rotary Wing portfolio in the role of Lead Obsolescence Engineer
Identify obsolescence risks and concerns related to the project
Develop mitigation and resolution plans to address identified obsolescence risk
Support engagement with key stakeholders to establish obsolescence-related risks and needs
Evaluate product and service designs from a sustainment perspective, performing trade-off studies
Conduct analysis of historic in-service data to identify areas for future improvement
Produce obsolescence plans, processes and formal documentation as required
Produce evidence to demonstrate compliance with supportability related requirements
Foster relationships and networks within and outside CS3 and identify opportunities for best practices
Participate in continuous improvement activities
Mentor, coach and develop junior team members.

An in-depth understanding and relevant industry experience of applying Obsolescence Management engineering principles and standards across the engineering lifecycle
Knowledge of IEC62402 and its application
Experience of working with different stakeholders to elicit and trade-off competing needs to ensure that the optimum solution is created for through-life requirements
Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders from a wide range of organisations, disciplines, backgrounds and levels of seniority
Self-motivated with an aptitude for problem solving and driving difficult issues to conclusion
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience of creating formal documentation and presentations for internal and/or external customers
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with an ability to influence and adapt according to changing demands.

Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options.