Supply Chain SpecialistLocation: Bristol or Gosport, UK Working Pattern: Onsite 3 days per week + 2 days wfh Contract Length: 12 months Start Date: ASAP Rate: 33- 34 per hour Security Clearance: UK SC clearance required for day oneWe are seeking a Supply Chain Engineer to support multiple UK defence programmes. The role sits within a Product Support Engineering function that delivers specialist engineering support across the full lifecycle, from programme development through sustainment. This position requires close collaboration with Product Support, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to ensure effective logistics, spares availability, and technical resolution of supply-related issues.Essential SkillsSupply Chain Support Engineering / Product Support experienceStrong understanding of engineering integration with supply chain activitiesKey ResponsibilitiesProvide initial technical responses to supply chain queries related to aircraft parts usage and provisionReview Logistics Support Analysis following programme baseline changes and advise on spares updatesReview technical documentation to identify alternative solutions to long lead-time sparesSupport contingency planning and transition of projects into sustainmentWork closely with Product Support (LSA and Technical Publications) teams to ensure accurate aircraft documentation updatesCollaborate with Product Support Engineers to resolve early-life support issuesMentor supply chain team members in the effective use of technica