Principal Obsolescence Engineer

Leonardo UK Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking a Principal Obsolescence Engineer to join their team in Luton. The role involves collaborating on Obsolescence management for the Praetorian product, managing reviews, and supporting procurement efforts. Ideal candidates will have strong engineering principles in Obsolescence Management, experience in Defence or Aerospace, and a relevant degree. This position offers a hybrid working environment, flexi-days, and robust benefits.

Benefits

Generous leave with flexi-days

Up to 15% employer pension contribution

Free mental health support

Bonus scheme for employees

Access to 4,000+ online courses

Flexible benefits package

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of Obsolescence Management across engineering lifecycle.
• Experience with electronic component datasheets.
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product teams on Obsolescence management.
• Manage obsolescence reviews and notifications to customers.
• Create and update the Obsolescence management plan.

Skills

Obsolescence Management engineering principles

Knowledge of IEC62402

Risk Management experience

Experience in Defence or Aerospace

Familiarity with Electronic Components

Attention to detail

Ability to interact effectively

Education

Degree in Electronics Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

Job Description:

The Electronics Engineering Function is looking to grow its Obsolescence and Component Engineering team to work in the Praetorian Production IPT as a Principal Obsolescence Engineer. This an excellent opportunity to work in synergy with commercial, procurement and the engineering teams on one of the most cutting-edge products to ensure continued production.

Your Impact:

You will collaborate with the product IPT and ensure best practice is followed for Obsolescence management to continually support the production of the Praetorian product this will also include managing the workshare partners. As part of this role, you will be performing obsolescence reviews of the production build standards agreed selected component list using the departments Obsolescence management tools and provide notifications to the customer of any obsolescence via commercial.

You will work with the commercial and procurement team to ensure Last Time Buys are procured and well providing alternative recommendations the engineering team this will include chairing obsolescence review boards with the IPT this will lead to develop key relationships. As part of this role, you will be responsible in creating and the annual updates of the Obsolescence management plan and provide support to the Obsolescence lead to review obsolescence process effectiveness that will develop and enhance procedure documents.

Qualifications

What you’ll bring

• An in-depth understanding of applying ObsolescenceManagementengineering principles and standards across the engineering lifecycle
• Knowledge ofIEC62402and its application
• Risk Management experience ( Obsolescence process specific )
• Comprehensive experience in Obsolescence Management in the Defence or Aerospace sector
• Familiarity with Electronic Component datasheets and specifications.
• Solid understanding of Electronic Components and Lifecycle Management
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Generally, work to well defined processes and instructions
• Ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers / suppliers.

Nice to have

• Degree in Electronics Engineering or related field
• Familiar with supply chain processes including key supplier engagement.

This is a unique opportunity to work almost fully remotely, if desired, with occasional trips to our Luton site ( on average once a month )

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• 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. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

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Location & Contract

Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Additional Locations: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Hybrid