Aviation Obsolescence Lead: Airworthiness & CAMO

DCS group; Hurn; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution matching up to 12

Private medical insurance options

Electric vehicle scheme

Hybrid working flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The organisation is a leading aviation and aerospace entity seeking an Obsolescence Manager to lead the Obsolescence Management function. You will own the system, identify risks, and drive solutions across aircraft assets, engines, and mission equipment.

Based in Dorset with hybrid working and regular site presence, the role requires senior technical leadership, stakeholder engagement with OEMs and authorities, and travel as needed to HQ or duty locations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Continuing Airworthiness Management (CAMO) and/or Obsolescence Management.
• Strong knowledge of EASA, UK CAA, UK Military and FAA regulations.
• Experience in a regulated aviation or aerospace environment.
• Sound understanding of Safety Management Systems (SMS).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and 27001 standards.
• Relevent technical qualification such as EASA/CAA Part 66 B1 or B2 licence; Aerospace degree; or equivalent.
• Strong technical problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead, influence and mentor others.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organisational skills, resilience and commercial awareness.
• SC security clearance eligibility would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Obsolescence Management function.
• Develop and implement the Obsolescence Management System and processes.
• Identify, assess and mitigate obsolescence risks across aircraft, engines, components and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with EASA/CAA/UK MoD and FAA requirements.
• Maintain compliance monitoring and assurance processes.
• Collaborate with OEMs, repair organisations and design authorities to deliver technical solutions.
• Support the Safety Management System (SMS) and report flight-safety issues.
• Manage audit findings, non-conformances and safety actions to closure.
• Provide specialist consultancy on obsolescence across the organisation.
• Support delivery of operational and financial targets.
• Lead, mentor and develop colleagues; travel as needed.
• Respond to urgent operational needs outside hours when required.

Skills

CAMO/Obsolescence Management

Regulatory knowledge

SMS knowledge

Stakeholder management

Leadership & mentoring

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

EASA/CAA Part 66 B1/B2 licence

Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering degree

Job description

The organisation is a leading aviation and aerospace entity seeking an Obsolescence Manager to lead the Obsolescence Management function. You will own the system, identify risks, and drive solutions across aircraft assets, engines, and mission equipment.

Based in Dorset with hybrid working and regular site presence, the role requires senior technical leadership, stakeholder engagement with OEMs and authorities, and travel as needed to HQ or duty locations.