Leading Configuration Manager overseeing configuration management strategies and processes for critical defence and public sector projects. Ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across system lifecycles.
Responsibilities
Lead the definition, implementation, and governance of configuration management strategies across programmes and platforms.
Own and maintain configuration baselines, ensuring traceability and compliance with internal standards and external regulations.
Provide expert advice on configuration identification, change control, status accounting, and verification activities.
Drive continuous improvement in configuration processes, tools, and reporting to support business effectiveness and audit readiness.
Collaborate with engineering, delivery, and service teams to ensure configuration data supports operational and project needs.
Represent configuration management in Integrated Project Teams (IPTs), influencing design, delivery, and support decisions.
Lead or contribute to cross-functional initiatives, including business planning, risk management, and capability development.
Mentor and develop junior configuration professionals, fostering a culture of quality, governance, and innovation.
Requirements
Proven experience leading configuration management in complex engineering or service delivery environments, ideally within defence, government, or regulated sectors.
Deep understanding of configuration management principles, lifecycle integration, and change governance.
Proficiency in configuration and collaboration tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, PLM systems).
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret technical data and ensure consistency across systems and documentation.
Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
A strategic mindset with the ability to challenge, innovate, and contribute to business planning and policy development.
Professional credibility and visibility within your domain, with a track record of delivering results and driving improvement.
Experience defining and leading configuration strategies across programmes or business units.
Expertise in applying configuration management across the full system lifecycle, from design to decommissioning.
Strong knowledge of standards such as ISO 10007, ITIL, and MOD DEF STANs, with experience supporting audits and regulatory compliance.
Skilled in using and improving configuration tools and processes to enhance traceability and efficiency.
Ability to influence and align engineering, service, and business teams to ensure configuration integrity.
Experience developing others and contributing to the maturity of the configuration function.
Understanding of how configuration supports broader business objectives, risk management, and operational effectiveness.
Benefits
Generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
Award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks.
Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits such as private healthcare, lifestyle discounts, and gym memberships.
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