Senior Supportability Engineer - Obsolescence

Matchtech · Bristol City, England

Senior Supportability Engineer - Obsolescence at Matchtech, based in Bristol City, England, paying £12.00 - £55.00 per hour. This is a contract role.

Salary
£12.00 - £55.00 per hour
Location
Bristol City, England
Contract
Contract
Posted
1 week ago
Closes
22 Oct 2026
Sector
Security

Bang in line with the market for security

Reference 608140

About the role

Location: Remote with adhoc visits to Bristol when required

Duration: 12 month contract

Rate: £55ph LTD (Outside IR35)

Role details:
Our client, a prominent entity in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Senior Supportability Engineer with expertise in obsolescence management to join their team on a contract basis. This role is primarily remote, with occasional travel to Bristol as required, and spans a 12-month duration.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operating in accordance with the ACC Project Obsolescence Management Plan
  • Reviewing and updating the Obsolescence Management Plan (OMP) as needed
  • Investigating change query issues directed by the Project Obsolescence Manager
  • Prioritising high-priority obsolescence queries and ensuring timely submissions
  • Evaluating and mitigating obsolescence risks aligned with IEC 62402:2019
  • Compiling solution documents with comprehensive evidence for Support Capabilities and Consumables (SCC)
  • Maintaining key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure minimal rejection of solution documents

Job Requirements:

  • Significant experience in obsolescence management within the defence and security sector
  • Understanding of ACC Project Obsolescence Management Plans
  • Proficiency in handling change query investigations and prioritising issues based on urgency
  • Knowledge of relevant standards, specifically IEC 62402:2019
  • Strong analytical skills to evaluate and mitigate risks
  • Excellent documentation skills for creating comprehensive solution documents

If you are a skilled Supportability Engineer with a strong background in obsolescence management, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's dedicated team.

Reference: 608140 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 22 Oct 2026 · Listed via Matchtech

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