Configuration Engineer

This is primarily an onsite position, with attendance required Monday to Thursday. Flexible hybrid working is available on Fridays, along with an optional early finish.

Overview

An established engineering and technology organisation operating within the aerospace and defence sector is seeking a Senior Configuration Engineer to join its Configuration Management team. This role will play a key part in ensuring configuration management processes are consistently applied across complex engineering programmes throughout the product lifecycle.

You will be working within a dedicated Configuration Management function, collaborating closely with Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to ensure configuration requirements are effectively managed and controlled throughout programme delivery

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure Configuration Management (CM) requirements are implemented and maintained across multiple projects and programmes
• Work with customers and internal stakeholders to interpret and apply CM specifications and requirements.
• Provide Configuration Management guidance and support to engineering, manufacturing, and project teams.
• Act as the focal point for documentation control and configuration governance activities
• Support bid and proposal activities through the generation of Configuration Management estimates and plans.
• Monitor project status and configuration data within assigned areas of responsibility
• Contribute to resource planning, process improvement initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.
• Support internal and external audits relating to Configuration Management processes and standards.

Essential Experience

• Previous Configuration Management experience within the aerospace sector.
• Strong understanding of Configuration Management principles, processes, and governance
• Experience applying recognised industry Configuration Management standards
• Knowledge of the CMII process models
• Experience with configuration identification, change control, and status accounting activities
• Understanding of engineering, manufacturing, and full product lifecycle environments.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external customers