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Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) is seeking a Logistic Support Analyst to join the Product Support team.

Reporting to the Product Support Manager the successful candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive Level of Repair Analysis (LoRA) to determine the most cost-effective and efficient repair strategies for various aircraft systems and components. The role involves analysing maintenance options whilst taking into consideration multiple factors such as; human resource, skill levels, available and approved repair facilities, complexity of repairs, material and spares support to provide the most optimal component recovery decision.

This role is critical in optimising maintenance processes, reducing downtime, and ensuring the reliability of our products.

This position will execute against programme requirements with a Safety and First Time Quality mind-set working within an integrated team environment.

BDUK, a subsidiary of The Boeing Company, employs over 2,000 people in the UK and delivers cutting-edge capabilities to UK defence customers. Key programmes include E-7 AEW&C, P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft, Chinook and Apache fleet support, Autonomous Systems, and C4ISR services.

This role is part of BDUK’s growing Product Support Engineering Department, which includes:

• Reliability Centred Maintenance Analysis

• Reliability and Maintainability

• Logistic Support Analysis

• Engineering Data Exploitation

• Obsolescence Management

• Technical Publications

• Integrated Logistic Support Engineering

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In this role, you will:

Conduct LoRA Studies:

• Assist in conducting reviews of Maintenance Task Analysis documentation and Vendor data to undertake a program specific LoRA.

• Analysing and evaluating maintenance options to recommend the most appropriate maintenance strategy, whether its to replace, repair, or discard an asset, considering operational requirements and cost.

• Considering the resources needed, like specialised tools, equipment, and skilled personnel, to perform each repair.

Data Analysis and Reporting: 

• Exploit existing usage data and analytics tools to determine attrition rates and failure causes.

• Analyse vendor repair reports and fault investigation conclusions.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with engineering teams to understand product specifications and operational requirements.

• Collaborate with Reliability and Maintainability to share in-service data against component and system performance.

• Compliment Reliability Centred Maintenance system reviews to optimise the system availability and recoverability.

• Participate in reviews both internally and externally with the customer. You will also be required to maintain document configuration, data files and archives.

Cost-Benefit Analysis:

• Evaluating the costs associated with each repair option, including personnel costs, materials, transportation, and facility usage.

• Provide feedback to supply chain and procurement for LoRA decisions.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Maintain accurate records of LoRA studies, methodologies, and outcomes.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as AS1390A and regulations related to maintenance and repair practices.

Feedback and Improvement:

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance integrated support processes.

• Support the development of tools and templates to improve the LoRA review process.

Training and Support:

• Using specialist repair analysis knowledge to inform and support the wider ILS functions within a Product Support Engineering environment.

Beyond your technical responsibilities, you may have the opportunity to contribute to broader company initiatives. These could include driving quality improvements, fostering a strong safety culture, promoting Diversity and Inclusion, mentoring and coaching colleagues, engaging in STEM outreach, and participating in focus projects aimed at supporting the growth of the company and its employees

This role may require some travel to Boeing US and UK Customer sites to support repair and overhaul activity.

The preferred candidate will have most of the following, with some considered essential:

Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• Eligibility for UK SC Security Clearance: Applicants must be able to obtain the necessary clearance.

• Maintenance and Engineering Expertise: Strong professional background in aerospace maintenance and engineering, with proven experience in practical application.

• Experience with predictive maintenance technologies and data analytics.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Desirable Skills qualification and experience

• Defence Industry Familiarity (Preferred): Experience in a defence-related environment is advantageous but not essential.

• Commitment to Quality: Proven track record of driving first-time quality in engineering outputs.

• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Excel, and Opus/EDCAS software.

• Educational Qualifications: Ideally educated to degree level in a relevant engineering discipline and/or formally trained in support engineering principles.

• Certification in Reliability Engineering, Maintenance or Supply Chain Management.

• Proven experience in LoRA or a similar role within the aerospace, defence, or manufacturing industries

• Previous experience liaising with internationally located Teams, including Design Organisation (DO) interface.

• Knowledge of maintenance management systems and methodologies is a plus.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 15, 2025

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a BPSS clearance.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.