ILS Manager

CWe are supporting a leading defence organisation with the appointment of an ILS Manager to join its Customer Support and Services team. The role will lead ILS activities for future export customers across complex weapon systems, influencing system design and developing support solutions to enable effective through-life support.Typical responsibilities include: Leading the development and implementation of ILS strategies and plans in line with customer and contractual requirements Managing ILS activities throughout the full lifecycle, from concept and design through to manufacture and in-service support Overseeing Logistics Support Analysis, maintenance task analysis, spares modelling, support equipment, training and technical documentation Acting as the primary ILS point of contact for customers and key stakeholders across the UK and internationally Supporting bids and proposals, managing ILS risks and mentoring ILS practitioners within the programme or functional team The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in an ILS, Supportability or Through-Life Support role within the defence or aerospace sector A broad engineering background, ideally degree qualified or equivalent in a technical discipline, with experience of weapon system development or support Strong working knowledge of ASD S-Series ILS standards and their practical application Experience working with UK MOD customers and defence primes, alongside experience supporting bids and proposals Strong leadership, ..... full job details .....