Overview

Location: Cheadle, United KingdomThales UK provides armed forces with operational advantage at every decisive moment. We deliver the full range of defence mission systems solutions across land, sea and air, including Above and Sonar, Electronic Combat, and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance systems. Thales UK offers flexible working patterns and opportunities for career development across Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space.Title: Configuration Management AdministrationLocation: CheadleNote: Candidates should be aware that evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment/education history may be required. Some vacancies may require Security Clearance.Responsibilities

Be responsible for the registration and release of data managed in configurationVerify the integrity, validity and maintenance of records relating to the data, including traceability and history over the entire life cycle; verify the completeness of technical and non-technical data (internal and external)Ensure provision of up-to-date data to the relevant functionsRecord configuration baselines and provide status on identified gaps or omissionsTranslate configurations decisions into the tool as requiredAct as a configuration management tool (PLM) expert and provide support to the project/product teamArchive obsolete dataProfile / Qualifications

You graduated with a Higher National Certificate (HNC) or a Higher National Diploma (HND) and have experience in configuration management processesYou are a communicator and a team player, willing to help and establish strong relationships with the teamYou are methodical and meticulous with a keen eye for detail and strong organizational skillsYou are proactiveCompetencies

Understand configuration management processes and tools through contractual requirements and stakeholders’ needsFoster continuous improvement and encourage a culture of feedbackAble to multi-task and prioritise without requiring regular direct supervisionSupport the team with knowledge of configuration management tools and the Product Lifecycle Management domain (tools, technical data, reporting)Ability to establish and meet deadlinesUnderstand the importance of data integrityLife at Thales – Configuration Management Administration

Be responsible for the registration and release of data managed in configurationVerify the integrity, validity and maintenance of records, including traceability and history over the life cycle; verify completeness of data (internal and external)Ensure provision of up-to-date data to the relevant functionsRecord configuration baselines and provide status on identified gaps or omissionsTranslate the decisions of the Configuration Manager into the tool as requiredBe a PLM tool expert and provide support to the project/product teamArchive obsolete dataYour career at Thales

Future opportunities to discover other domains or sitesOpportunities to grow competencies in different areasOption to pursue technical expert or leadership pathPotential to build an international career within a leading engineering groupAdditional information

Thales is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment. Reasonable adjustments are available for applicants with disabilities or neurodiversity. To request an adjustment or for questions about the process, contact Resourcing Ops (mid to senior roles) or the Early Careers Team (graduate/apprentice roles).Great journeys start here — apply now!

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