Lead configuration planning and maintain CM plans, baselines and documentation across the project lifecycle.
Manage configuration change control, including CCB coordination, traceability and approvals.
Ensure product definition accuracy, including Bills of Materials and “as built / as installed / as tested” records.
Conduct configuration audits and verifications (PCA/FCA) and assess supplier/contractor CM compliance.
Maintain PLM data integrity, ensuring correct registration, release and lifecycle traceability of all configuration items.

Strong understanding of configuration management processes, PLM tools and hardware/software CM practices
Knowledge of systems engineering and system integration principles
Comfortable navigating complexity, adapting to change and applying Lean/Agile approaches.
Experience in defence, engineering or MOD‑related projects; familiarity with DEF Stan 00‑057 is beneficial.
Confident communicator who builds positive relationships and supports effective supplier/partner collaboration.
Security Clearance Requirement: This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment.

Performance‑related bonus up to 10%
Half‑day Fridays
28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 40 hours.
24 hours paid volunteering hours.
Private healthcare (for you and your partner)
Pension scheme
Life cover
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and mental wellbeing app
Discounts with major retailers
Gym membership savings

Configuration Manager

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