Configuration Engineer

In this role you will support Configuration Management and Data Management activities across engineering programmes, ensuring data integrity and baselines throughout the product lifecycle. You will work with engineering teams and CM professionals to learn CM principles and tools while contributing to project governance. The position offers training on the five CM disciplines and scope to impact how technical data is controlled and released. A hands-on, detail-focused start to your engineering career within a mission-driven aerospace environment.

• Hybrid working where possible
• 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Life Assurance 4x salary
• Group income protection

• Assist with implementing Configuration Management processes across engineering projects
• Maintain and review Configuration Management Plans and documentation
• Manage configuration records, product structures, baselines, and project data in approved tools
• Support engineering change processes by preparing docs and tracking actions
• Assist with Configuration Status Accounting activities (collection, management, reporting)
• Support verification and audit activities to ensure documentation completeness and compliance
• Collaborate with teams to ensure data and deliverables are identified, controlled, and released on time
• Contribute to process improvement and adoption of CM best practices
• Maintain accurate records aligned with quality, schedule, and business requirements

• Degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Business Systems, Project Controls, or related discipline
• Basic understanding of Configuration Management principles and applications
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Logical and methodical problem solving
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other document control applications
• Willingness to learn CM and lifecycle processes

• Strong organisational skills
• Attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Knowledge of Configuration Management principles
• Document control applications
• Microsoft Office