Lead Obsolescence Manager – Defence Aerospace (Hybrid)

Electus Recruitment Solutions; Lower Blandford St Mary; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid pattern

Career development

Job summary

Electus Recruitment Solutions seeks a seasoned professional to lead obsolescence management across complex aviation systems in a defence aerospace context. You will drive the development and ongoing management of an effective obsolescence program to protect aircraft availability and mission capability.

Based in the UK with a hybrid pattern, the role can be Bournemouth or Teesside, with some domestic and international travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Continuing Airworthiness Management and obsolescence management within aviation/aerospace.
• Strong working knowledge of UK and international aviation regulations and continuing airworthiness requirements.
• Relevant technical qualification such as an aircraft maintenance licence, aerospace or aeronautical engineering degree.
• Experience working with technical authorities, OEMs, repair organisations or other engineering stakeholders.
• British nationality is required for this role.
• Salary up to £65,000 with hybrid pattern and career development within defence environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and ongoing management of an effective obsolescence management system.
• Identify, assess and resolve obsolescence risks affecting aircraft, engines, components and mission equipment.
• Develop practical solutions with suppliers, technical authorities and engineering stakeholders.
• Monitor regulatory compliance and ensure obsolescence activities support continuing airworthiness requirements.
• Support safety and quality activities including corrective actions arising from audits and investigations.
• Provide technical advice on obsolescence matters while contributing to operational and commercial performance.

Skills

Continuing Airworthiness

Obsolescence management

Aviation regulations knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Education

Aircraft maintenance licence or engineering degree

Job description

Electus Recruitment Solutions seeks a seasoned professional to lead obsolescence management across complex aviation systems in a defence aerospace context. You will drive the development and ongoing management of an effective obsolescence program to protect aircraft availability and mission capability.

Based in the UK with a hybrid pattern, the role can be Bournemouth or Teesside, with some domestic and international travel.