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NP Aerospace Limited

Location:
United Kingdom, Coventry

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

45000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

The Through Life Support Engineer (TLSE) will provide the technical link between ILS delivery and Aftermarket support, ensuring that products and support solutions meet contractual and technical requirements. The TLSE will work with cross-functional teams to support procurement, validate alternative and obsolete items, and ensure overall product sustainment. Key skills include interpreting technical documentation, understanding product line data, and using military databases such as CSIS to support decision-making.

Job Responsibility:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Aftermarket Sales, Engineering, ILS, and Procurement, to ensure seamless integration of Aftermarket support solutions
Provide technical support for Aftermarket contracts and sales
Support Procurement with technical sourcing and validation of components, including alternatives and obsolete items
Act as the technical link between ILS, TLS, and Design teams, maintaining alignment across delivery functions
Maintain accurate technical configurations and documentation to support procurement activity
Apply knowledge of ILS tools such as Maintenance Task Analysis (MTA), Levels of Repair Analysis (LORA), NATO codification, and packaging/handling standards
Influence product design for supportability, identifying and managing the impact of design or product changes
Use and maintain technical publications to ensure accuracy and configuration in support of Aftermarket sales
Support ILS during product introduction, contributing to Aftermarket sales and ongoing product sustainment
Conduct sourcing, validation, and engineering Verification and Validation tasks to ensure contract compliance
Represent NP Aerospace as a technical subject matter expert (SME) in customer and supplier meetings
Promote a “Design for Support” ethos across projects and the wider company

Requirements:

Educated to a minimum of Framework Level 3 in an Engineering discipline
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to research and propose technical solutions
Experience interpreting technical reports, drawings, specifications, and standards
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to clearly convey ideas, plans, and technical information
Methodical approach with high attention to detail
Ability to interact confidently with all levels of staff and customers, both internally and externally
Aptitude or experience in interpreting technical engineering information
Experience in commercial parts sourcing to meet specifications

Nice to have:

Understanding of engineering principles, safety, obsolescence risk, and configuration control methodologies
Ability to conduct cost analysis for aftermarket products to support profitability and efficiency
Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel
Knowledge of MoD logistic support systems and tools such as CSIS, SS3, and JAMES
Working knowledge of military vehicle maintenance and use of AESPs

What we offer:

Performance rewards – discretionary bonus opportunities
Flex your day – flexible start and finish times (subject to manager approval and operational needs)
Time to recharge – 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy more through our Holiday Purchase Scheme
Support for Defence – two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists and Cadets, plus paid leave for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
Future security – competitive pension scheme (9% combined employer/employee contributions
Peace of mind – life cover at 3x base salary
Health & wellbeing first – BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan to support everyday health costs
Grow with us – career development and advancement opportunities within a global business
Supportive environment – a team culture built on innovation, collaboration, and purpose

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 10, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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