Defence ILS & Supportability Engineer — Combat Air

Experis

West of England

Hybrid

GBP 1 - 2

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Experis is seeking an experienced ILS / Supportability Engineer to join a Defence programme in Bristol, operating on a hybrid model with 2-3 days onsite. The role focuses on ensuring systems are designed and maintained with supportability and resilience at their core, delivering readiness for Military Air / Combat Air environments while collaborating with MOD (DE&S) and industry partners.

You will perform supportability analysis, apply SSDT tools, align with DEFSTAN 00-600 and S3000L, and

Qualifications

Proven experience in ILS, Supportability Engineering, or a similar discipline.
Strong knowledge of defence standards (DEFSTAN 00-600 / S3000L).
Experience within the Military Air environment (Combat Air highly desirable).
Ability to influence design through analytical insight.

Responsibilities

Conduct Supportability Analysis to influence system design and ensure long-term supportability
Apply knowledge of Support Solution Development Tools (SSDT)
Work in alignment with DEFSTAN 00-600 and S3000L standards
Analyse evidence to improve Resilience, Agility, and Preparedness (RAP), particularly during Transition to Conflict (TTC) and conflict scenarios
Support the development and optimisation of in-service support solutions, including:
Obsolescence management
Collaborate closely with MOD (DE&S) and industry partners