Obsolescence Management Engineer

Obsolescence Management Engineer (Remote) - Outside IR35 ContractRate: 48- 53 per hour (Outside IR35) Contract Length: 12 months Location: Remote (UK-based) Start Date: ASAP / Dependent on onboarding Contract Type: Contract / FreelanceAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Obsolescence Management Engineer to support a major defence engineering programme on a 12-month remote contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing obsolescence risks, investigating change queries, developing mitigation strategies, and producing technical solution documentation in line with project requirements and industry standards.You will work closely with the Project Obsolescence Manager, Support Capabilities and Consumables (SCC), and wider engineering stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of obsolescence issues throughout the asset lifecycle.Key ResponsibilitiesObsolescence Management Plan (OMP)Operate in accordance with the project Obsolescence Management Plan (OMP).Review, maintain, and update the OMP as required.Ensure activities align with project plans, bids, schedules, and delivery milestones.Change Query InvestigationInvestigate obsolescence-related Change Query Issues (CQIs) as directed by the Project Obsolescence Manager.Assess and prioritise obsolescence queries according to project KPIs.Ensure timely submission of investigations.Manage additional CQIs efficiently, prioritising urgent and high-impact requirements.Risk Assessment and MitigationEvaluate ..... full job details .....