ILS Engineer: Defence Systems & Obsolescence Strategy

Experis; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A large defence organisation in Greater London is seeking an experienced ILS / Obsolescence Engineer to lead Integrated Logistics Support and manage obsolescence across complex engineering systems. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering, proven experience in UK Defence, and strong knowledge of Defence Standards. Responsibilities include aligning with established standards and supporting maintenance schedules, among others. This position offers a hybrid working model with three days on-site.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Integrated Logistics Support delivery within the UK Defence sector.
• Strong familiarity with UK Defence Standards and international ILS frameworks.
• Experience working with maritime platforms and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Align with BS EN-IEC-62402:2019 and MoD Spares Policy for obsolescence management.
• Monitor and mitigate obsolescence risks throughout the system lifecycle.
• Support ARM reporting, RCM meetings, and maintenance schedule interpretation.

Skills

ILS delivery experience

Knowledge of UK Defence Standards

Experience with maritime platforms

Education

Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

A large defence organisation in Greater London is seeking an experienced ILS / Obsolescence Engineer to lead Integrated Logistics Support and manage obsolescence across complex engineering systems. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering, proven experience in UK Defence, and strong knowledge of Defence Standards. Responsibilities include aligning with established standards and supporting maintenance schedules, among others. This position offers a hybrid working model with three days on-site.