Component Engineer – Obsolescence Management
Location: Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, with hybrid working and customer-site attendance as required
Reports to: Deputy Head of Obsolescence Management Capability
Employment type: Permanent, full-time
Role Overview
Allan Webb Ltd provides leading Obsolescence Management (OM) Services, training and supportability engineering across highly regulated sectors, helping customers reduce whole-life costs, improve availability and sustain complex assets through data-led, proactive support.
We are seeking a Component Engineer to join our growing OM Capability. The successful candidate will provide technical component expertise across client programmes, supporting obsolescence monitoring, lifecycle assessment, alternative item identification, risk analysis and mitigation planning.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver component engineering support across OM projects, programmes and client accounts, applying working knowledge of relevant engineering standards such as IEC 62402.
- Assess component lifecycle status, availability, compliance and technical suitability across electronic, electrical, mechanical and COTS items.
- Analyse BOMs, parts lists, technical data and supplier notices to identify obsolescence risks and programme impacts.
- Identify, evaluate and recommend alternative components, second sources and mitigation options, including form-fit-function replacements.
- Prepare risk reports, technical assessments and mitigation strategies, supporting client OM policies, records, continuous improvement and capability growth.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Experience in component engineering, obsolescence management, support engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
- Strong understanding of component lifecycle management, part selection, alternative assessment and technical risk mitigation.
- Ability to interpret datasheets, specifications, drawings, standards, supplier information, BOMs and parts lists to identify lifecycle, availability, compliance and sourcing risks.
- Awareness of relevant obsolescence, component and legislative requirements, including IEC 62402, IEC 62239-1, SAE AS5553, REACH and RoHS.
- Analytical, organised and self-motivated, with the ability to turn complex technical and supply chain data into clear recommendations.
Desirable Skills and Experience
- Engineering background with experience in defence, aerospace, nuclear, transportation, manufacturing or another highly regulated engineering environment.
- Knowledge of anti-counterfeit processes, counterfeit avoidance requirements and component authentication considerations.
- Experience with obsolescence monitoring, market intelligence, component prediction tools or technical service delivery.
- Understanding of Integrated Product Support, Integrated Logistics Support, Supportability Engineering or S-Series specifications.
- Relevant qualification, equivalent experience or professional membership, such as IIOM, IET, IMechE or an equivalent institution.
About Us
At Allan Webb, we're more than just a leading engineering consultancy – we are a team of over 300 specialists dedicated to making a real difference. With over 60 years of experience, we provide asset optimisation services to defence, government, energy, pharmaceuticals, and aerospace sectors, both in the UK and internationally. Our work aims to deliver a safe and sustainable world by turning complex asset management challenges into streamlined, cost-effective solutions.
We believe in the power of people. That is why we champion agile working, giving you the flexibility to choose your hours and how you work. We foster an inclusive culture where different perspectives spark innovation and excellence. As signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, we support service personnel, veterans, and their families, and we remain closely connected to our local communities.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary package
- Agile working arrangements
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Regular personal development reviews
- Structured career development pathway
- Investment in professional qualifications and training
- Mentoring and coaching programmes
- Opportunity to work on high-profile defence projects
- Inclusive and supportive work environment
- Active EDI networks and initiatives
If you are an experienced safety professional looking for a role where you can make a real difference in defence safety management, ensuring the highest standards of safety compliance and risk management, we want to hear from you.
Successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment.
Allan Webb is an equal opportunities employer, proudly supporting the Armed Forces Covenant, and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals, including service leavers.
Component Engineer employer: Allan Webb Limited
Allan Webb Ltd is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering flexible hybrid working arrangements that allow for a healthy work-life balance. With a strong commitment to employee growth through regular training, mentoring programmes, and support for professional qualifications, team members are empowered to thrive in their careers while contributing to high-profile defence and engineering projects. The company also prioritises employee well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including an annual bonus scheme, generous leave policies, and access to a wide range of perks.
