LoRA Engineer

LoRA Engineer
Company:
Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited
Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) is seeking a Rotary Wing Level of Repair Analysis (LoRA) Specialist to join the Logistic Support Analysis (LSA) team.
Reporting to the Product Support Engineering Manager the successful candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive analyses to determine the most cost-effective and efficient repair strategies for various aircraft systems and components. The role involves analysing maintenance options whilst taking into consideration multiple factors such as; human resource, skill levels, available and approved repair facilities, complexity of repairs, material and spares support to provide the most optimal component recovery decision.
This role is critical in optimising maintenance processes, reducing downtime, and ensuring the reliability of our products.
This position will execute against contractual requirements with a Safety and First Time Quality mind-set working within an integrated team environment.
BDUK, a subsidiary of The Boeing Company, employs over 2,000 people in the UK and delivers cutting-edge capabilities to UK defence customers. Key programmes include E-7 AEW&C, P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft, Chinook and Apache fleet support, Autonomous Systems, and C4ISR services.
This role is part of BDUK’s growing Product Support Engineering Department, which includes:
Reliability Centred Maintenance Analysis
Reliability and Maintainability
Logistic Support Analysis
Engineering Data Exploitation
Obsolescence Management
Technical Publications
Integrated Logistic Support Engineering
Join us and shape the future with Boeing.
In this role, you will:
Conduct LoRA Studies:
Conduct In-Service analysis of Rotary Wing components and systems to evaluate maintenance options. Make recommendations on the most appropriate maintenance strategy, whether it's to replace, repair, or discard an asset. With a focus on identifying tangible gains in Operational Availability and reduction of through life cost.
Considering the support resources needed, like specialised tools, equipment, and skilled personnel, to perform or expand repair capabilities
Data Analysis and Reporting:
Exploit existing usage data and analytics tools to determine attrition rates and failure causes.
Interpret In-Service data to trend maintenance norms, identifying the scope of recovery maintenance being achieved. Identifying support elements inhibiting the full scope of recovery maintenance from being achieved.
Analyse vendor repair reports and fault investigation conclusions.
Leverage Data from supply systems to understand inventory position, forecasting data, consumption rates and associated logistic delays.
Collaboration:
Work closely with engineering teams to understand product specifications and operational requirements.
Collaborate with Reliability and Maintainability to share in-service data against component and system performance.
Compliment Reliability Centred Maintenance system reviews to optimise the system availability and recoverability.
Participate in reviews both internally and externally with the customer. You will also be required to maintain document configuration, data files and archives.
Cost-Benefit Analysis:
Evaluating the costs associated with each repair option, including personnel costs, materials, transportation, and facility usage.
Provide feedback to supply chain and procurement for LoRA decisions.
Regulatory Compliance:
Maintain accurate records of LoRA studies, methodologies, and outcomes.
Ensure compliance with industry standards such as AS1390A and regulations related to maintenance and repair practices.
Feedback and Improvement:
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance integrated support processes.
Support the development of tools and templates to improve the LoRA review process.
Training and Support:
Using specialist repair analysis knowledge to inform and support the wider Product Support Engineering environment.
Beyond your technical responsibilities, you may have the opportunity to contribute to broader company initiatives. These could include driving quality improvements, fostering a strong safety culture, promoting Diversity and Inclusion, mentoring and coaching colleagues, engaging in STEM outreach, and participating in focus projects aimed at supporting the growth of the company and its employees
This role may require some travel to Boeing US and UK Customer sites to support repair and overhaul activity.
Basic Qualifications (Skills/Experience):
Eligibility for UK SC Security Clearance: Applicants must be able to obtain the necessary clearance
Maintenance and Engineering Expertise: Strong professional background in aerospace maintenance and engineering, with proven experience in practical application
Comprehensive understanding of LSA data and it’s interactions within an LSAR and interfacing functions.
Capable of reviewing and interpreting Engineering Drawings and associated BoM’s
Data centric analytical capability, able to capture, manipulate and analyse multi-source datasets to produce tangible analytical outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications (Skills/Experience):
Defence Industry Familiarity (Preferred): Experience in a defence-related environment is advantageous but not essential.
Commitment to Quality: Proven track record of driving first-time quality in engineering outputs.
Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Excel, and Slicwave software.
Educational Qualifications: Ideally educated to degree level in a relevant engineering discipline and/or formally trained in support engineering principles.
Previous experience with the maintenance and repair of rotary wing platfoms.
Proven experience in Reliability Engineering, Maintenance.
Proven experience in LSA/LoRA or a similar role within the aerospace, defence, or manufacturing industries
Previous experience liaising with internationally located Teams, including Design Organisation (DO) interface.
Knowledge of maintenance management systems and methodologies is a plus.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
What Boeing Offers You:
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 approach 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
An inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
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
Work Authorisation:
This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.
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)