Obsolescence Engineer
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Tasks: Support obsolescence management and collaborate with teams to enhance engineering processes.
Company: Join a leading engineering firm focused on innovative solutions in a military environment.
Benefits: Competitive salary, opportunities for professional growth, and a dynamic work culture.
Why this job: Make a real impact by solving obsolescence challenges in cutting-edge projects.
Qualifications: Experience in obsolescence management and strong analytical skills are preferred.
Other info: Engage with cross-functional teams and develop your career in a supportive environment.
Obsolescence Engineer in Bath
Bath
Full-Time
36000 - 60000 £ / year (est.)
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Key Responsibilities
- Support the Obsolescence Capability Lead in delivering Obsolescence Management Services across the portfolio, including developing processes and revising plans to accommodate evolving requirements.
- Prepare and assist in the production of materials for briefings, meetings, and formal working groups, both internal and external.
- Identify and raise obsolescence issues or opportunities at the earliest stage, supporting mitigation and development plans where necessary.
- Attend internal, supplier, and customer meetings as required.
- Collaborate with other functions—including Engineering, Supply Chain Management, and Training—to ensure Support Engineering and obsolescence activities remain aligned with wider organisational developments.
- Engage directly with customers on specific obsolescence-related matters.
- Coordinate Support Engineering deliverables (CDRLs), ensuring timely receipt, thorough review, and preparation of outputs ready for approval, with a strong emphasis on First Time Quality.
- Liaise with obsolescence personnel as appropriate to the role.
- Work under the direction of the Obsolescence Capability Lead and Product Support Engineering Manager to meet departmental objectives.
Preferred Skills, Qualifications and Experience
- Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC) is essential.
- Comprehensive understanding of Support Engineering, specifically obsolescence within a military environment.
- Proven experience in Obsolescence Management.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret engineering data effectively.
- Ability to engage with cross-functional business stakeholders to identify optimisation opportunities and enhance supplier offerings to customers.
- Experience liaising with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) platform teams to integrate UK solutions with existing base platform systems.
- Demonstrated commitment to driving First Time Quality in deliverables.
- Familiarity with international support standards, such as Defence Standard 00-600 and the ASD/AIA Suite of S Series ILS Specifications, is desirable.
- Ideally educated to degree level in a relevant Engineering discipline (not essential).
Obsolescence Engineer in Bath employer: [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]
As an Obsolescence Engineer within our Product Support Engineering Department, you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation. We offer comprehensive employee growth opportunities, including training and development tailored to your career aspirations, all while working in a supportive environment that values First Time Quality and customer engagement. Located in a strategic area, our company provides unique advantages such as access to cutting-edge technology and the chance to contribute to vital military support initiatives.