Configuration Manager R0260252

Job Description
Configuration and Data Managerment Controller

Principal Purpose of the Position:
The Configuration and Data Management Manager Controller will assist in managinge the configuration and the associated data for TAS in the UK projects and products.
The role will also involve a development plan towards managing the configuration of the projects and products.

Principal Relationships:
Internal Relationships
• Reporting to the Head of Products Configuration Managers Department and to the TAS in the UK Configuration and Data Manager
• Working closely with the Project Managers, Engineers and Product Assurance Managers, Procurement and Supplier Operations
• Supporting the Manufacturing activities and AIT teams
• Internal Auditors
• Interfacing with TAS in the UK Management and TAS JV employees
External Relationships
Liaising with:
• Commercial and Institutional Customer Project Teams and CaDM
• Suppliers Project Teams and CaDM
• Third party auditors.

Key Responsibilities and tasks
Management of Data
• Responsible for the registration and release of configuration information
• Responsible for the integrity, validity and maintenance of configuration records, history and traceability across the lifecycle
• Responsible for the verification of internal and external technical data
• Ensures the availability of up-to-date recorded technical data
• Records configuration baselines
• Supports related teams in terms of PLM tools
• Participates inLead the CCB preparation and follow-up
• Contributes to process and tools improvement, coaching of peers and new tool end-users.
• Preparation of Review Data Packages and End Item Data Pack (EIDP)

Quality Management System
• Contribute to Business Improvement Plans and Actions, in particular the ones related to Customer’s satisfaction improvement
• Quality Management System implementation
• Company Quality dashboard
• Support Company Certifications
• Contribute to lesson learnt capturing and implementation.

The job holder will be required to perform ad-hoc additional duties that will arise from time to time that are consistent with the nature of this position.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

The candidate has ideally more than 3 years of experience and a demonstrable positive performance record in Data Configuration Management in a complex organisation.
Experience in any of the areas on follows is desirable:
• Configuration and Data Management
• Space Engineering Firms
• Use of PLM tools

Ideally educated to degree level or equivalent, with an appreciation for collaborative work and an enjoyment of stimulating exchanges, outstanding problem-solving skills and a passion to solve difficult issues.

While specific knowledge of the French or Italian Language is not a pre-requisite for this position it would be advantageous to facilitate activities across the TAS Joint Venture organisation.

Behaviours
Can demonstrate a positive example in relation to the Thales Leadership Model:
• Imagine the Future
• Inspire to Engage
• Deliver User-Centric Solutions
• Act with Agility
• Grow Others and Self
• Include others

The job requires a flexible and pro-active approach to perform effectively in a fast changing business growth environment. Rigorous attention to detail is also a necessity.
It will also require the demonstration of behaviours that contribute to an agile and collaborative operating model, “One International Company”
Other Requirements
Normally based in the Harwell office but a certain amount time will be required to work in the Bristol office and will also require UK or International Travel.
A driver’s licence that is valid in the UK is a preferable requirement of this position.

Aabilitybility to obtain Baseline Security is necessary.
Security Clearance or ability to obtain it would be advantageous.