Supportability Engineer

Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri)

Vacancy Type: Full-time, permanent & based onsite with potential hybrid working.

Pay: £45,000+ per annum (subject to experience) + Discretionary Bonus + Benefits

JOB SUMMARY

Support vehicles that save lives. At NP Aerospace, we design products built to perform, and last. As a Supportability Engineer, you’ll help ensure our solutions are supportable, maintainable, and cost-effective throughout their lifecycle.

Working closely with the Integrated Logistic Support Manager and wider engineering teams, you’ll influence product design by embedding logistics and supportability considerations from the outset. You’ll contribute to key activities such as Maintenance Task Analysis (MTA), Level of Repair Analysis (LORA), and logistics demonstrations, while also shaping spares strategies and validating technical publications.

This role suits someone confident working independently or as part of a team, with sound engineering judgement and a proactive approach. You’ll also liaise with external partners to support the delivery of high-quality, timely support solutions.

If you’re looking to make a tangible impact across mission-critical programmes, this is your opportunity.

BENEFITS

• Discretionary Half Year Bonus
• Hybrid Working
• Flexible working hours
• Holidays – 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Pension – Employer 4% and Employee 5% contribution
• Life Cover – 3 x base salary
• BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan
• Two weeks leave for Reservists to attend yearly training/camp

JOB DUTIES

• Conduct and document Supportability Analysis tasks, including maintenance task analysis (MTA), ease of maintenance assessment (EMA), Levels of Repair Analysis (LORA) identifying maintenance process, procedure and resource requirements (e.g. spares, tools, test equipment, facilities, packaging, codification and training needs).
• Collation of logistic information from internal and external stakeholders and suppliers.
• Influence design for supportability at design reviews, identifying and managing the support impact of any design change.
• Review technical publications to ensure accuracy and configuration.
• Support the introduction into service, and ongoing sustainment of the overall Support Solution.
• Conduct and support logistic demonstrations.
• Participate in vehicle trials, providing vehicle supportability expertise.
• Manage all Technical Publications activities throughout the tendering, production and delivery processes to ensure that customer requirements are met or exceeded.
• The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required.

CRITICAL OUTPUTS

• Provide influence of design and programme planning to incorporate Supportability Engineering deliverables.
• Ensure all Technical Publications are produced to customer specification and that the operating, maintenance, and repair procedures are precise, configured and competently documented to meet output specification.
• Implement agreed Support Solution tasks in accordance with the agreed ILS plan and to schedule.
• Maintain technical configuration of publications, engineering/logistic support libraries or repositories throughout the project/task.

EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL

• ONC/HNC in a related engineering discipline
• Working knowledge of military vehicles and support systems, e.g. NATO codification, AESPs, REME, DLODs
• Able to achieve security clearance to SC level
• Working knowledge of DefStan 00-600, Defence Logistics Framework (or JSP886 Vol 7) and Defence Lines Of Development (DLODs).

DESIRABLE

• Experience of working with and/or creation of technical documents, reports and logistic support libraries.
• Working knowledge of applying SA techniques, including LORA, EMA, MTA.
• Experience of planning and conducting logistic support demonstrations.

WHAT DO WE DO?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry. Our mission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges. Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community and actively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP, Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.

Data Privacy: NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and pass necessary checks before employment.