Leonardo
Lead Supportability Engineer
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Lead Supportability Engineer
Lead Supportability Engineer – Permanent Hybrid Role
Salary Range: £59,400 - £75,000
Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. This range reflects the approved grade band for the role or a narrower hiring range, benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are governed by internal equity controls.
About the Role
Leonardo is seeking a Lead Supportability Engineer with strong industry experience across disciplines such as Electronics/Hardware, Systems, or related fields. The Supportability department plays a pivotal role in the end-to-end lifecycle of Leonardo’s programmes—from Bid to Development, Production, Customer Support, and eventual Disposal.
Our Vision
We foster collaboration across disciplines—Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical, and Systems Engineering—to proactively identify issues in complex systems before they escalate. The role is ideal for someone eager to contribute to continuous improvement of processes, mentorship of junior engineers, and championing best practices to mitigate costs and reputational risks.
You’ll also have the opportunity to develop your skills while being part of a dynamic, cross-functional team that values career growth and innovation.
Your Impact
As the Lead Supportability Engineer, you will:
- Lead a team of Supportability Engineers, delivering diverse project work packages.
- Work closely with Project Managers, Operations, and Project Engineering, offering guidance on Supportability requirements, providing technical analysis, and shaping life-cycle strategies.
- Drive cross-department collaboration with Systems, Software, Test Equipment, Quality, and Industrial teams to align on design solutions, support strategies, and maintenance processes.
Responsibilities
Core Delivery Areas
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Reliability Analysis
- Develop and implement component-to-system reliability models (utilising Reliability Block Diagram Methodology).
- Assess electronic, mechanical, and other systems for early-stage reliability guidance.
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Reliability Testing & Simulation
- Design and conduct FEA, RGT, HALT, and ESS tests to identify failure modes.
- Create Reliability Growth plans and propose corrective actions.
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Maintainability Analysis
- Conduct Human Factors & Maintenance Task Analysis to optimise Reliability-Centred Maintenance (RCM) and scheduled maintenance schedules.
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Testability Analysis
- Lead FMECA (Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis) with Hardware Engineers to wire BIT (Built-In Test) improvements.
- Feed insights back into the design process for fault-detection advancements.
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Product Safety
- Collaborate with Safety & Systems Engineering to conduct hazard analysis (Intrinsic Safety, Environmental Impact Assessments).
- Contribute design safety inputs for Hazard Logs, Safety Cases, and Fault Tree Analyses.
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Production & Support Strategy
- Analyse production-in-service failure data (FRACAS) to identify and mitigate recurring faults.
- Support with Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Action Plans via Integrated Project Teams (IPT).
- Develop In-Service Support Strategies using through-life cost modelling.
Additional Responsibilities
- Ensure timely delivery of milestones within budget and technical quality standards.
- Provide expert input during Life Cycle Management reviews.
- Collaborate with IPT to reduce cost and risk across the production lifecycle.
- Support Head of Department (HoD) with process improvements, changes to methodologies, and implementation of best practices.
- Schedule and chair Capital Project Cost Review Boards (PCRBs).
Requirements
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- Degree in Engineering or Sciences (or equivalent experience).
- Significant industry, aerospace/defence, or related experience.
- Experience in engineering leadership, preparing and managing complex work packages.
- Ability to balance conflicting priorities and make sound judgement calls.
We Are Looking For
- Team leadership experience with mentorship/coaching skills.
- Strong multi-disciplinary collaboration (particularly with Systems, Electronics, or Mechanical disciplines).
- Relevant knowledge in:
- Lifecycle analysis, Design for X approaches (e.g., DfR, DfM, DfT).
- Failure Modes & Effects Criticality Analysis (FMEA/FMECA).
- UK/International safety & maintainability standards.
- Familiarity with tools:
matlab, simulink, power bi, ptc windchill, matlab, matlab, matlab/simulink, power bi, jira, python, ms office, matlab(Note: Our ideal candidate will demonstrate adaptability and enthusiasm for learning new tools.)
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Nice-to-Have ( Preferred Experience )
- Applied knowledge of Design for Supportability/DfR/DfT/DfL.
- Experience with testability, vibration, and environmental stress testing methodologies.
- Proven approach to cost-benefit lifecycle assessments.
Security & Eligibility
- This role requires adherence to:
- UK Government Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).
- Possible National Security Vetting (NSV), including eligibility for Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).
- For further details: Security & Vetting Policy
Why Join Leonardo?
A Career That Matters
You’ll be part of an innovative, global company in Aerospace, Defence, and Security, shaping transformative technologies that enhance global safety.
Our Commitment to Inclusivity
Leonardo fosters a diverse and welcoming environment, championing:
- Inclusion Networks (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing, Ethnicity).
- Supportive wellbeing, mentoring, and DEI initiatives.
- Practical solutions to accommodate accessibility during recruitment.
Benefits (Beyond Financial Rewards)
- Generous Leave Policy: Up to 12 additional flexi-days earned annually.
- Pension Contribution: Up to 15% employer-matched contribution.
- Employee Wellbeing: Access to **mental health support, financial advice, and ** 4,000+ online courses **(Coursera/LinkedIn Learning).
- Flexible & Hybrid Work: Balanced hours with home/work flexibility.
- Bonus Scheme: Available to all employees without management level restrictions.
More at Leonardo
- ** 53,000 employees globally**, 8,500 across the UK.
- Passionate, STEM-driven culture, with cross-generational knowledge-sharing.
- Opportunities for growth—be part of sector-leading innovation and problem-solving.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Apply now and explore the next step in your career with a dynamic and inclusive global leader.
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