Integrated Logistics Support Manager

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The Opportunity:

A world leader in Missiles and Missile Systems, MBDA is a multi‑national group employing 18,000 employees across Europe. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager to join our Customer Support & Services team. The successful candidate will lead and deliver ILS activities for future domestic and export customers across two of our in‑service Missile Systems.

The ILS Manager will influence system design and design a support solution to ensure our ability to provide effective through‑life support to our products upon entry to service.

Salary: Up to £65,000, depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days a week in the office

Security Clearance: British citizen or dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality may apply. All successful candidates must undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS).

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus:
  Up to 21% (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Flexible working:
  We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave – enhancements are available for paternity, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities:
  Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and more

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of ILS strategies and plans in line with customer and contractual requirements within the Project Design Authority
• Manage ILS activities across the full lifecycle, including concept, design, manufacture through to in‑service
• Develop a robust Through Life Support Policy
• Ensure compliance with relevant ASD S‑Series standards, including S1000D, S2000M, S3000L, S4000P, S5000F, Def Stan 00-600 and current MoD ILS standards
• Oversee Logistics Support Analysis, maintenance task analysis, spares modelling and provisioning, support equipment development and design, training and technical documentation
• Act as the primary ILS point of contact for customers and key stakeholders
• Oversee delivery of support equipment within the UK and internationally
• Support bid and proposal activities, including ILS costing and risk assessment
• Manage and mentor ILS practitioners within the programme or functional team
• Ensure ILS risks, assumptions and dependencies are identified and managed effectively

What we’re looking for from you:

• Proven experience in an ILS, Supportability or Through‑Life Support role within the defence or aerospace sector
• A broad‑based engineering background, preferably degree level qualified or equivalent in a technical discipline, ideally with substantial knowledge and 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 (desirable)
• Ability to influence multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders across an international environment
• Experience supporting bids and proposals
• Prioritisation and ability to deal with multiple, sometimes conflicting, issues on a regular basis
• Ability to lead a team, carry out strategic planning of work, and ensure commitments are always met
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders across the enterprise

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of our role in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together toward a common goal, defending our freedom. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.