Configuration Engineer

Are you a skilled Configuration Engineer looking to transform naval technology and innovation?

We are seeking a talented Configuration Engineer to join our dynamic team at Atlas Elektronik UK. This role is crucial for capturing, controlling, and releasing product configuration information across all lifecycle stages for locations, systems, hardware, software, and firmware. Our team is at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge maritime technology solutions, and this role is integral to maintaining our high standards and supporting our strategic objectives.

As a Configuration Engineer, you will ensure that configuration data and documents are accurate, valid, and fit for purpose at all times. You will coordinate configuration change control forums and create and distribute various configuration management information. Your expertise will support the design and production engineering environment by managing CM processes and interfaces with contractors and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

Support CM Team Lead and SDA in identifying, capturing, and releasing design & technical information.
Create and maintain baseline(s) of product configuration information for all lifecycle stages.
Perform gap analysis on baseline status for planned baseline release and governance gates.
Support the design change control process forums, scheduling ECR/ECN approval as required.
Ensure all ECR/ECN submissions meet defined quality and completeness criteria prior to approval.
Provide guidance on the creation and progression of ECR/ECN change vehicles.
Create and maintain Configuration Status Accounting and Configuration Items Lists records.
Administer and provide user support to the project/product team regarding PLM tools and CM processes.
Support and/or carry out PCA & FCA.
Assist Configuration Team Lead with planning, management, audit, and assessment activities.
Retain or archive technical information as required, ensuring its security and future availability.

What does the target candidate look like?

In-depth understanding and proven experience with CM Standards (e.g., Def Stan 05-57/EIA-649/ISO10007/ICM CMII/Atlas Elektronik CM Standard).
Experience with CM tools, particularly Team Centre, JIRA, and MANTIS.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience managing CM processes throughout the full product/system lifecycle in a design and production engineering environment.
Knowledge and experience in managing contractor and supplier CM interfaces.
Proficiency in using and implementing CM tools for managing product data, asset data, requirements, documents, drawings, and CAD systems.
Comprehensive knowledge of system/product lifecycles for systems, applications, hardware, software, and firmware.
Certified Member of the Institute of CM or similar.
Six Sigma or similar business improvement qualification/training.
Degree or HND/HNC level education or relevant experience.

Why Atlas Elektronik UK?
With a reputation for providing innovative underwater systems for the Royal Navy and export customers, AEUK operates from our Headquarters on the Jurassic Coast in Dorset. Through science, engineering, and R&D, we convert data into information, knowledge, and capabilities that challenge the status quo, offering a winning advantage at the frontline. Our people are at the heart of our success. An open and stimulating workspace empowers and encourages creativity and integrity. Despite our growth, AEUK prides itself on retaining a friendly and welcoming culture. We offer a substantial benefits package, progression and personal development opportunities, competitive remuneration, flexible working, and a generous pension scheme.

You’ll also get a package that includes:

Competitive salary
Career Development and Training
Pension with up to 1.5X employer contributions
25 days holiday (increasing to 28 days after 5 years and 30 days after 10 years)
Dental Cover and Employee Assistance Programme
Flexible working patterns

The successful candidate must be able to achieve full SC (Security Clearance).

Join us at Atlas Elektronik UK and be part of a team that is making waves in maritime technology! Apply today