ILS Manager

Knowledge:Apply below after reading through all the details and supporting information regarding this job opportunity.Application of ILS to large scale complex programmes for UK MOD and/or industryWorking knowledge of defence standards: Def Stan 00-600, Def Stan 00-60 and Def Stan 00-40 SeriesAwareness of standards: Mil Std 1388-2B, Mil Std 1629A, Mil Hdbk 472, Mil Std 785, Mil Std 756 and Mil Std 470Knowledge of Logistic Information Repositories (LIRs), OPUS 10, PTC Windchill software toolsBroad engineering proficiencyProficient in the use of Microsoft office toolsHigh quality standards with focus on service delivery and excelling customers' expectationsOther desirable (but not essential) knowledge and skills:Naval working practicesUnderwater acoustics and signal processingMilitary sonarsKnowledge (continued)Mine warfareOperation and maintenance proceduresSystem maintenance tools and techniquesMilitary equipment documentation styles and formatsNaval systems and platformsChallengesWorking as a part of a team in a changing environment, meeting sometimes challenging timescales, deliver a range of services, on time and to budgetKey accountabilities may includeCarrying out ILS bidding activities including proposal writing and cost estimatingAnalysing the support requirements within a bid / project and define the tasks and associated resources required to support the productDeveloping and managing ILS and ILS Element Plans, Supportability Analysis, AR&M, Supply Support, TechnicalDocumentation, Training Needs Analysis (TNA), Training, Facilities and PHS&TSuccessfully influencing the product design to enhance in-service supportabilityDeveloping the most appropriate support strategies and solutionsDelivering all the mandated support elementsDeveloping and managing the ILS Work Breakdown Structure xjdpvnf (WBS) and schedules and ensuring ILS programmes are delivered within budget and timescalesBehavioural requirementsPersonal driveFlexible approach to work and can-do attitudeStrong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to quickly establish good working relationships with customers and colleaguesPresents ideas successfully, with strong negotiation and persuasion skillsStrong analytical and numerical skills able to produce workable solutions to problemsHigh quality standards with a focus on service delivery and exceeding customers' expectations

Created: 2026-03-17