Principal ILS Engineer

Role: Principal ILS Engineer



Location: High Wycombe



Are you an experienced ILS engineer ready to take on an exciting challenge? Join a leading defence company and play a vital role in shaping the future of advanced maritime systems, including cutting-edge sonar technologies. You'll focus on optimising product supportability and Whole Life Cost (WLC) while contributing to some of the most innovative projects in the industry.



Key Responsibilities



* Lead ILS activities across multiple systems, ensuring supportable designs and tailored support solutions.



* Collaborate with design teams to improve reliability, maintainability, and usability.



* Conduct lifecycle cost, repair level, and failure analyses.



* Develop support requirements, validate supportability cases, and assess human factors.



* Formulate obsolescence strategies and continuously improve processes.



* Contribute to technical manuals and hazard analysis.



Skills and Experience



* Degree or equivalent experience in engineering or military technical fields (electrical/mechanical)



* Expertise in Reliability and Maintainability (e.g., FMECAs, FRACAS) and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS disciplines)



* Experience with Operational Analysis, Whole Life Cost Modeling, and training design.



* Proficiency in modeling tools (e.g., PTC Windchill, Isograph) and strong communication skills.



* Training, Development, Design and Delivery



* Driving License



* Eligible for Security Clearance (SC) and open to occasional travel.



This role offers the chance to work on groundbreaking projects while advancing your expertise in ILS and engineering within a dynamic environment.



Benefits



* Flexible work arrangements



* Early Friday finishes, time-off-in-lieu, and annual bonuses.



* Holiday buy/sell and Christmas shutdown.



* Comprehensive pension plans starting at 5% employer contributions.



* Health, dental, and critical illness plans.



* Discounts, life insurance, and a reward hub