Position: Configuration Manager

location: Portsmouth

Pay Rate: £41.00 p/h inside IR35.

Work Pattern: Hybrid

Role Type: 12 Month contract with Extension

We are seeking a skilled Configuration Manager to join our Configuration and Data Management (CADM) team, supporting high-profile defence and aerospace projects. You'll ensure robust configuration control, data integrity, and compliance with company guidelines and CM best practices.

In this role, you'll manage the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool/Configuration Management Database (CMDB), support internal teams with document/data control, and liaise with external stakeholders to ensure alignment and traceability. You'll lead CM activities-identification, change control, audits, and status accounting-and create critical CM plans and reports. You'll also run Change Control Boards (CCBs), manage BoMs and product structures, and support continuous process/tool improvement.

Essential:

5+ years in Configuration Management
Strong knowledge of CM principles (CI, baselines, change control, auditing)
Experience with PLM/PDM tools (e.g. Windchill, Teamcenter)
Proficient in MS Office and data/document handling
Degree, HNC, NVQ Level 5+ or equivalent
Excellent communication and stakeholder liaison skills

Desirable:

CMII certification
Experience in sensitive data environments or customer-facing CM roles

📩 Apply now to join a collaborative team at the heart of mission-critical programmes.