About the role
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled ILS Manager to lead the design, implementation, and lifecycle management of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) solutions for advanced Electronic Warfare (EW) systems.
This role is critical in ensuring long-term system availability, reliability, and cost-effective supportability. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence through strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement within the Customer Services ILS function.
You will play a strategic and hands-on role in delivering robust support solutions, optimising system lifecycle performance, and strengthening customer relationships in complex, multi-tiered environments.
Qualifications and experience
Minimum B.Eng or BSc Engineering, or equivalent technical qualification.
Minimum 10 years’ experience in a logistics support environment.
Proven experience in Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) and systems engineering environments.
Strong background in reliability engineering, lifecycle management, and supportability analysis.
Key technical skills
Strong customer management and solution provisioning capability.
Solid understanding of the Systems Engineering Process.
Expertise in product lifecycle management and obsolescence management.
Experience with scope and change management in complex environments.
Advanced stakeholder engagement and presentation skills.
Knowledge of customer-centric management techniques and tools.
Understanding of radio propagation and communication principles.
Ability to perform:
FMECA (Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis)
Reliability and maintainability analysis
Support and test equipment analysis
Strong relationship-building and client engagement capability.
Key responsibilities
1. ILS Strategy, design and programme delivery
Lead ILS design and implementation across EW projects.
Develop ILS plans, maintenance strategies, and support documentation.
Execute projects within defined schedules, budgets, and resources.
Implement reliability programmes (FMECA, LSA) for proactive risk mitigation.
Integrate specialist engineering inputs to enhance system performance.
Manage technical and project risks to ensure stable delivery.
2. Reliability engineering and lifecycle optimisation
Conduct reliability and failure analysis to improve system performance.
Drive obsolescence management and lifecycle sustainability strategies.
Oversee configuration management and system upgrades.
Optimise stock, spares, and maintenance planning.
Develop cost-effective support models.
3. Client engagement and solution development
Engage with clients to understand operational requirements
Design integrated, customer-aligned support solutions
Evaluate technical and financial feasibility of solution options
Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
Communicate complex technical concepts effectively
4. Technical proposals, reporting and governance
Support tender processes with technical analysis and modelling.
Contribute to high-quality, compliant technical proposals.
Conduct site assessments and produce detailed technical reports.
Establish governance frameworks and documentation standards.
Ensure adherence to quality and compliance requirements.
5. Leadership, capability development and continuous improvement
Lead and develop high-performing ILS teams.
Implement training and development initiatives.
Drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
Support business growth through technical input and capability development.
Our recruitment values:
HENSOLDT South Africa focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organizational strategy. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive corporate culture that benefits our employees and delivers better outcomes for our clients. In line with our commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, we welcome applications from all ethnic groups. In line with HENSOLDT's commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups.
Application Deadline: 03 April 2026.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV by applying directly on the HENSOLDT Careers page.
If you have not been contacted within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application
HENSOLDT is a leading company in the European defence industry with global reach. Based in Taufkirchen near Munich, the company develops complete sensor solutions for defence and security applications. As a technology leader, HENSOLDT drives the development of defence electronics and optronics and is continuously expanding its portfolio based on innovative approaches to data management, robotics and cyber security.
In 2023, HENSOLDT achieved a turnover of 1.85 billion euros. Following the acquisition of ESG GmbH, the company employs around 8,500 people. HENSOLDT is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in the MDAX.
HENSOLDT has 10 manufacturing sites - located in Germany, South Africa, the UK and France. Our company benefits from our international footprint with offices on all continents.
Our Headquarter is located in Taufkirchen near Munich. Our main sites have all their own product lines and are located in innovative areas: Ulm, Taufkirchen, Friedrichshafen, Oberkochen, Wetzlar and Kiel in Germany, Pretoria and Irene in South Africa, Enfiled close to London, and Plaisir close to Paris.
Why join us?
We pioneer with passion to create competitive premium electronics. Our core competence is to detect and protect: we make an essential contribution to protecting people and nations. We offer various and challenging positions with development perspectives in a friendly and cooperative atmosphere in teams, where collaboration is a key value shared by everyone. Within HENSOLDT you can be a pioneer, take part in new challenges, co-create our company and grow: “Be the Pioneer of our Future!”
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