Configuration Specialist

MBDA Missile Systems - Deliver for a more secure tomorrow

Part time working considered

We are looking for a talented and influential Engineering professional with experience of working right across the product lifecycle. Using your previous experience, this is a phenomenal opportunity to lead the technical evolution of the Configuration Management (CM) group through business wide collaboration; Growing CM effectiveness across new business partners and delivering technical CM solutions to enhance our operational effectiveness.  

What we’re looking for

• A proven track record of experience within engineering organisations or operational domains, with a strong technical understanding of a product lifecycle and key delivery milestones.
• Ability to problem solve, define best practice and build Configuration Management effectiveness in order to successfully manage product data across multiple existing and new business partners.
• Appreciation of product data management processes and tools, ideally within a Defence or Aerospace industry.
• Ability to lead multifunctional teams to deliver technical solutions in improving business efficiency.
• Passion for coaching and developing others through the sharing and delivery of knowledge, information and best practice to successfully prepare CM teams for the future.
• Ability to lead new business integration for Configuration Management through the development of processes, tools, skills and knowledge.
• Understanding of how to satisfy and compliment external standards through healthy and efficient business processes.

What’s in it for you

• The opportunity to work collaboratively across our business both nationally and internationally to deliver technical CM solutions and define best practice.
• The opportunity to guide, coach and develop our teams, wider business and academic partners

Our benefits

Flexible working *opportunities for career progression *fantastic bonus scheme *comprehensive pension scheme *annual salary review *fantastic working environment and site facilities *social, charitable and sporting activities.
Join a great team!

• You will be joining a fresh, dynamic and focussed core team, responsible for Configuration Management across all MBDA UK products and services.
• You will be leading and collaborating with multi-disciplined teams to support a number of new and complex business products that underpin the future success of the business.
• Our culture of continuously improving our methods and processes mean that we never stand still!
• We are committed to delivering to a high standard; we go the extra distance in periods of high demand.
• Team members have different roles, we come together to achieve our common goal.
• We take responsibility to move things on, have an eye for the detail and take time to understand and implement the process.
• We get to know each other beyond a professional level, making every effort through team building and social events.

Why us?

MBDA is an award winning company; committed to providing an inclusive working environment where our employees can be themselves and everyone has equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We value difference and know that a diverse community makes for greater innovation and brings a breadth of skills, experience and perspectives.

We’re here to help and want to ensure you have a positive experience throughout our recruitment process. We recognise that everyone is unique and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments.

We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements. MBDA is a proud member of Working Families – the UK’s work-life balance organisation.

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Please Note: MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve the appropriate clearance relevant to the role.