MRO Systems Support Lead
Company:
Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited
The Senior MRO System Support Lead will act as the primary technical and functional lead for the MRO system environment supporting aircraft maintenance operations.
This role provides expert-level support for the current system and will play a key leadership role in the transition to Siemens Opcenter.
The position requires deep knowledge of aircraft MRO processes, military aircraft parts and configurations, and the ability to coordinate effectively across multiple engineering, maintenance, supply chain, quality, and IT teams.
Position Responsibilities:
- Act as the first and second line of support for the MRO system used by maintenance and support teams.
- Provide expert guidance on aircraft MRO business processes, including maintenance planning, parts traceability, work package support, material status, and records control.
- Support the effective use of GOLD MRO and contribute to future Siemens Opcenter implementation, migration, testing, and training activities. Training will be provided on both tool-sets.
- Diagnose and resolve complex functional issues, escalating as necessary.
- Coordinate across operations, supply chain, engineering, quality, and IT teams to ensure system issues and process gaps are resolved efficiently.
- Ensure accurate handling of aircraft parts information, including traceability, configuration control, and compliance considerations.
- Support user access, system data integrity, process adherence, and operational readiness.
- Assist in defining system requirements, validating changes, and testing enhancements or upgrades.
- Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, FAQs, and support guides.
- Provide coaching and guidance to junior team members and end users.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of MRO processes and system use.
- Support data quality, root cause analysis, and corrective actions related to system or process issues.
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- Significant experience in aircraft MRO operations and/or MRO system support.
- Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance processes, planning, material flow, and technical records.
- Deep knowledge of aircraft parts, part traceability, and military or civilian aviation maintenance requirements.
- Experience supporting enterprise systems used in MRO or manufacturing environments.
- Strong ability to interpret business requirements and translate them into system/process solutions.
- Proven experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders and resolving cross-functional issues.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and support users at different levels.
- Strong problem-solving capability and a proactive approach to issue resolution.
- Experience supporting system implementations or migrations is highly desirable.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Strong experience with an enterprise capable MRO platforms.
- Exposure to Siemens Opcenter, GOLDesp MRO or similar MES/MRO solutions would be preferable but not essential.
- Background in aerospace, defence, or military/civil aviation environments.
- Familiarity with configuration management, material management, and aircraft technical records.
- Experience in process improvement, change management, or user training.
Relocation:
This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:
- Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
- Continuous learning - you’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next
- Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
- Diverse and inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
- 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
- Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
- Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
- Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
- Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week 6x annual salary life insurance Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
- Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives
- Excellent parental leave
Language Requirements:
Not Applicable
Education:
Not Applicable
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance:
This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.
Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift:
Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)
