Supportability Specialist

Job Title: Senior ILS Specialist Salary: up to £55,000 per annum dependent upon experience Location: Portsmouth We currently have a vacancy to join one of the world’s leading, global defence, security and aerospace companies as a Senior ILS Specialist. The role will be based in Portsmouth but offers the opportunity for hybrid working (1- 2 days per week on site) and flexible working hours. Individual circumstances can be discussed. They work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries. The successful candidate will be working within the Maritime Services Products sector primarily supporting the in-service and product development work in the Underwater Battlespace domain but also within the Radar Sector. You will work with both the design and in-service engineers as well as the customer community to provide efficient and cost-effective support solutions. Main Responsibilities: Act as the ILS Lead and point of contact for ILS activities across a range of programmes as directed and supported by the Training and ILS Manager Manage and drive ILS programmes, performing a range of ILS activities of analysis, monitoring own progress, quality and performance seeking assistance when necessary Ensure compliance and coherence with the ILS and project plans, schedule, supporting project documentation and company policies Pro-actively seek direction and guidance in the identification and sourcing of suitable Subject Matter Experts and design documentation, required to support the ILS activities Liaise with internal and external stakeholders Support any and all governance activities as required Benefits: Enhanced Pension scheme- up to 14% combined Flexible working pattern including working from home/ flexible start and finish times 25 holiday days plus bank holidays- 26 days after 5 years’ service/ 27 days after 10 years’ service Shared Incentive Plan Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Life Assurance Discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits Green car scheme Private health plans About You: Understand the full suite and range of ILS responsibilities and activities as detailed in the relevant Standards (e.g. Def Stan 00-600) Understand the purpose, components and processes associated with each element, including identification if dependencies and relationships with other discipline areas Able to construct a reasoned and rational argument for outputs produced and generate staged reports that support that case as required Lead by example in applying their theoretical knowledge to solve problems using well proven analytical technique and successfully applying knowledge to deliver the required analysis and supporting reports using established technologies and methods You must be eligible to apply for SC clearance and, therefore, must hold a British passport and have lived and worked in the UK for the past 5 years About Aeropeople: Whether you’re looking for your next job or searching out the next superstar to join your team… Aeropeople’s expertise and experience is entrenched in the aerospace, aviation, engineering, motorsport, automotive, and defence industries. We have the insight and know-how at both a local and international level to help bring people and businesses together, saving time and energy. Our capability is validated through our Engineering Services division encompassing Aircraft Line Maintenance services and Continuing Airworthiness Maintenance Organisation (CAMO), combined with our Aviation Training division offering technical training aircraft courses. During registration, please let us know where you are currently located or which locations you would consider taking a position in, required salary and notice period. For the latest news, events and jobs please search ‘Aeropeople Ltd’ on LinkedIn and Facebook for our latest jobs