Part Time Engineer

As the Senior ILS Engineer you will be a key member of the engineering team across both the Chertsey and Portland sites, providing Supportability and Support Solutions advice and documentation to projects, marketing and development. You will provide accurate, comprehensive and detailed Through-Life support modelling, plans and costs that are critical to winning business, providing confidence to our customers that our products and services are robust, reliable and cost-effective against our competitors. through installation and in-service operations; With extensive experience in the Defence industry and exposure to complex, long-term MoD development, delivery and sustainment projects, as the Senior ILS Engineer you will ensure that the Company remains in the forefront of the UK’s Defence Industry capability.
When you join Drumgrange, you will be joining one of the last independent, family-run engineering companies in the UK Defence industry.

For a company our size, we have a wide portfolio of projects. From working out how to integrate land sensors onto their respective platforms to going out to sea to carry out trials, you can expect to work on a variety of interesting projects with meaningful, real-world impact with stakes that go beyond delivering value to the shareholders.

As a Drumgrange employee, you get a rare opportunity to be involved all the way through the engineering lifecycle, from the bid stage, research, design, development, through to product/capability integration and end-of-life support. So if you are looking to hit the ground running, have a passion for engineering excellence, and are interested in building a rewarding career that gives you a sense of purpose, you will be a great fit at Drumgrange.

Proven ability to work on multiple projects and deliver to challenging timescales within a small team environment.
Commitment to quality, performance and cost, delivering on-time to the highest standard.
The ability to adapt and be agile to specific project requirements and demand change at short notice.
A full UK driving licence with the ability to travel between work sites (Chertsey and Portland) for extended periods when required, with occasional travel to Customer sites.
Highly competent computer skills including MS Office suite.
Holding or the ability to attain SC UK Security Clearance.
Engineering degree or an equivalent (desirable.)
Design, develop and document ILS solutions for new and existing Products and Projects, Bids and Proposals to the Customer including, but not limited to:
Planning and implementation of all Def Stann 00-600 defined ILS elements.
Training planning and Training Needs Analysis.
ILS performance metrics and Key Performance Indicators.
Define coherent obsolescence management strategies across the Company’s portfolio of projects and prepare obsolescence management plans.
Develop and manage technical publications and ensure technical publications alignment, e.g. procedural publications with training publications and update in response to design and support concept changes.
Identify, introduce and maintain appropriate, modern ILS software tools to support analysis and modelling and enhance the Company’s ability to deliver comprehensive ILS solutions.
Full engineering lifecycle with optional career path: Paid overtime or time off in lieu: Gain up to 24 additional paid days off per year or boost your salary with an authorised single-time overtime
Flexible working: Role-specific allowances: Subject to individual projects and roles.
Holiday entitlement: 24 days per annum, plus public holidays. These are pro rata for part-time roles. A Christmas closedown occurs for most roles from 24th December – 2nd January, utilising your holiday entitlement.
Pension scheme: Private medical care: Access a network of 50+ private clinics and hospitals nationwide
Training and upskilling: We are committed to your continuous personal and professional development meaning that you have the opportunity to gain additional skills and qualifications
Save money on a new bicycle and cycling accessories and get fit too!
Salary loans to purchase laptops, mobiles, and home office equipment
Relocation package: Available to selected candidates needing to relocate within easy travel distance of one of our offices – In line with HMRC guidelines – spend less time travelling and more time living

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