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Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager – Tactical Communications & CIS Systems

Bristol
3 days ago
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Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager – Tactical Communications & CIS Systems
UK-Based (with hybrid working and client-site engagements)

A bit about us

At Allan Webb Ltd, we are a leading engineering consultancy with over 60 years of experience delivering asset optimisation services to clients across the defence, government, energy, pharmaceutical, and aerospace sectors, both in the UK and internationally.

We’re committed to conducting all our activities ethically, with a strong focus on human rights, sustainability, and social responsibility. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policy reflects this commitment, ensuring we operate in a way that positively impacts both society and the environment.

We truly champion agile working, believing that flexibility and wellbeing empower our people to perform at their best. What’s more, we’re proud supporters of the Armed Forces community, and we foster an inclusive, innovative workplace where individuals and teams can thrive.

We are now looking for two ILS Managers to join us on a full-time, permanent basis within highly specialised roles.

What we can offer you

Salary of up to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Agile/remote working arrangements
  • Regular training and personal development reviews
  • Investment in professional qualifications and training
  • Mentoring and coaching programmes
  • Inclusive and supportive work environment
  • Active ED&I networks and initiatives
  • Electric car scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Access to Perkbox (providing over 9,000 perks and benefits)
  • EAP - a confidential 24/7 service
  • Employee Referral Bonus [£1,000 following probation]
  • 33 days’ annual leave (inc. Bank Holidays)
  • Option to purchase additional annual leave
  • Payment for Professional Membership
  • Access to pioneering defence CIS programmes
  • Opportunities to shape next-generation land comms support solutions
  • Professional development, training and industry-recognised upskilling
  • Inclusive team culture and consultancy leadership opportunities

    This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced supportability engineer or logistics specialist with expertise in tactical comms or CIS systems to join our forward-thinking organisation.

    You’ll be at the heart of pioneering defence communications projects, gaining expertise in NATO-aligned programmes, next-gen battlefield comms, and the land-based tactical CIS and electronic warfare space.

    You’ll be part of a collaborative and inclusive environment where honesty, integrity, and teamwork aren’t just values – they’re lived every day. With access to high-profile defence projects, flexible working, and robust development support, your growth and wellbeing are prioritised as much as your expertise.

    On top of this, we’re focused on effective communication to foster transparency and efficiency across our project portfolio, as well as the pursuit of excellence in everything we do to advance, not only your skills, but our organisational capabilities.

    For you, this means an open forum for debate and discussion, in addition to a drive for development and skills enhancement to keep you, and us, at the forefront of defence.

    So, if you’re seeking high-profile projects and opportunities for real leadership, we’d love to welcome you to our expert, inclusive team.

    What the role involves

    As an ILS Manager, you will play a vital role in projects to deliver ILS workstreams for tactical communications platforms and information systems within complex defence programmes.

    Specifically, you will be supporting emerging and active defence programmes with tactical communications, supporting their integration and in-service transition.

    Working across UK MOD, NATO-aligned projects, and industry partners, you will develop and manage ILS deliverables throughout the CADMID lifecycle, ensuring compliance with DEF STAN 00-600, JSPs, and NATO standards.

    You will conduct supportability analysis, LORA, maintenance planning, and obsolescence assessments, collaborating with stakeholders to shape optimised, cost-effective support solutions for cutting-edge battlefield communications systems.

    Additionally, you will:

  • Contribute to Supportability Case development and Lifecycle Costing
  • Provide technical input into Through-Life Support strategies
  • Interface with MOD teams, defence primes, and SMEs to gather data and support operational deployment
  • Offer consultancy on secure, agile communications infrastructure

    Who we’re looking for

    To join us as an ILS Manager, you will need:

  • Significant experience in ILS, support engineering, or logistics management roles within defence, aerospace, or high-integrity systems
  • Experience with CIS, C4ISR, or tactical comms systems in a supportability or systems engineering capacity
  • Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams, including operational users and digital and IT stakeholders
  • Knowledge of MOD acquisition processes and defence support frameworks
  • The ability to interpret and develop ILS artefacts in line with MOD and NATO policy

    Please note, you will require the right to work in the UK and be eligible to hold SC or DV clearance.

    We are also looking for an Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Manager – Maritime & Naval Systems.

    Other organisations may call this role Logistics Support Manager, Defence Communications Manager, ILS Engineering Manager, Tactical Communications Support Manager, CIS Systems Logistics Manager, or ILS Project Manager.

    Webrecruit and Allan Webb Ltd are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

    So, if you’re ready to step into an exceptional role as an ILS Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency

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