Through-Life Support (TLS) Manager
Lead the supportability, sustainment, and in‑service performance of a complex Defence capability.
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At TEKEVER, we lead innovation in Europe as the European leader in unmanned technology, where cutting-edge advancements meet unparalleled innovation.
💻 Digital | 🛡️ Defence | 🔒 Security | 🛰️ Space
We operate across four strategic areas, combining artificial intelligence, systems engineering, data science, and aerospace technology to tackle global challenges — from protecting people and critical infrastructure to exploring space.
We offer a unique surveillance-as-a-service solution that delivers real-time intelligence, enhancing maritime safety and saving lives. Our products and services support strategic and operational decisions in the most demanding environments — whether at sea, on land, in space, or in cyberspace.
🌐 Become part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and mission-driven team that is transforming maritime surveillance and redefining global safety standards.
At TEKEVER, our mission is to provide limitless support through mission-oriented game-changers, delivering the right information at the right time to empower critical decision-making.
If you're passionate about technology and eager to shape the future — TEKEVER is the place for you. 👇🏻🎯
Mission:
We’re seeking an experienced Through Life Support Manager to lead the supportability, sustainment, and in‑service performance of a complex defence capability (Cat B scale). You’ll shape and deliver the support strategy, manage suppliers, and ensure the system remains safe, available, and cost‑effective throughout its lifecycle.
What will be your responsibilities:
Develop and deliver the Through Life Support Strategy and ILS Elements within TEKEVER.
Lead supportability engineering activities including R+M, obsolescence, maintenance planning.
Plan and coordinate support activities from supply chain through to customer delivery
Monitor in‑service performance, reliability, and availability; drive corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with MOD policy, DEFSTANs, and safety/airworthiness requirements.
Write, review Technical Documentation that supports current products and new designs.
Manage multiple priorities and resolve issues across programmes
Essential Experience
• Proven TLS/ILS experience on major defence or complex engineering programmes in Aerospace or Robotics or relevant industry.
• Strong understanding of MOD acquisition (CADMID/CADMIT) and support frameworks.
• Supplier and stakeholder management across engineering, commercial, and operational teams.
• Knowledge of supportability disciplines (ILS, RCM, LORA, configuration management).
• Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Desirable
• Degree in engineering, logistics, or systems engineering.
• Professional relevant accreditation (CEng, CMILT).
• Experience with digital support tools, LSAR systems, or UAS/autonomy programmes.
What we have to offer you:
An excellent work environment and an opportunity to make a difference;
Salary Compatible with the level of proven experience.
Do you want to know more about us ?
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- Department
- DELIVERY
- Locations
- (UK) Tekever Bristol
- Yearly salary
- £65,000
- Employment type
- Full-time