Solution Configuration Manager

2 weeks ago

Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom Thales Full time
Location: Crawley, United Kingdom

Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world's largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.

Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across five major industries; Aerospace, Defence, Ground Transportation, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.

Solution Configuration Manager
Crawley - Hybrid

Thales Training & Simulation has over 80-years experience in providing flight training and simulation solutions. We combine the latest digital learning practices with the most realistic simulated scenarios and highest levels of training expertise. Our immersive training and simulation systems embrace artificial intelligence and machine learning to produce high fidelity computer-generated forces and training scenarios.

We're recruiting for a Configuration Manager to join our team at Crawley on a permanent basis and be instrumental in the deployment of a large programme working alongside the MOD and other partners/suppliers.

Due to the sensitive nature of much of the work, all applicants must be eligible for Security Clearance (SC level minimum) or currently hold. Please check the government website before applying.

Role and responsibilities
  • Perform CM planning for new and existing projects, defining an effective tailored CM Implementation.
  • Support the identification of contract/subcontract requirements to ensure effective CM performance of partners and suppliers
  • Create, maintain and implement the CM Plan in accordance with policies and contractual/tender requirements
  • Specify, maintain and ensure compliance of CM Contractor and Supplier requirements.
  • Audit & Assess Contractors and Suppliers to ensure CM processes, systems and deliverables meet requirements.
  • Ensure the correct definition of the product and its defining data.
  • Participate in the design / stage reviews (PDR, CDR...).
  • Responsible for the establishment & maintenance of configuration baselines (FBL, ABL, PBL)
  • Establish and maintain the configuration change management system, including internal and external CCBs and performs the Configuration Control Board (CCB) Secretary role.
  • Co-ordinate and control the configuration change process for design change including item change, document change, deviations and waivers, concessions and trail modifications.
  • Establish, maintain and release the CSAR used to describe the configuration management phases and milestone achievement to track design evolution and implementation.
  • Plan and conduct configuration verifications and configuration audits (PCA & FCA).
What we are looking for in the successful candidate.
  • Strong understanding configuration management processes and tools, particularly those linked with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
  • You have a good knowledge of the operational processes and methods (Bid & projects, Engineering, Production, Services)
  • You have great knowledge of system integration principles (System, Hardware and Software)
  • In-depth experience with tools related Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
  • You are able to adapt and assess the configuration management system as well as the contractual and commercial requirements within your scope
  • You know how to adopt Lean Management approach and apply Agile principles to the management and development of the team
  • You are able to manage complexity & thrive in changing environments and
  • You have knowledge in Hardware & Software CM practices and tools
  • You are able to create buy-in explaining / detailing your needs and initiatives
  • Previous Experience with configuration management in either defence, engineering organisations or experience in delivery of MOD projects.
What we can offer

We're committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training, development and experiences, along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry. We hire from within as our first priority, so you'll have a myriad of opportunities within our diverse, global organisation.

Our packages will include significant bonus, a strong pension contribute, private healthcare, development focused targets and relocation support can be provided if required along with a variety of learning, development and career enhancement opportunities. Further support can be provide towards academic and membership attainments.

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In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency.

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.

Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles.

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