Configuration Management Specialist

Thales; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Thales Canada is seeking a Configuration Management Specialist who will play a key role in supporting configuration initiatives across development and in-service support programs. The specialist will ensure the integrity of changes to configuration data and drive CM priorities within a structured governance framework. This position allows for hybrid work and occasional domestic travel.

Benefits

Extensive benefits program

Retirement Savings Plans with company contributions

Paid holidays and vacation days

Employee discounts on home, auto, and gym memberships

Qualifications

• 3+ years of work experience as a Configuration Management Specialist in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
• Knowledge of Configuration Management standards EIA-649 and/or ISO100007.

Responsibilities

• Support Configuration Management (CM) and Engineering Management change processes.
• Chair/lead Configuration Control/Change Boards (CCBs).
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.

Skills

Technical design change management

Configuration verifications and audits

Understanding of BOMs and family trees

Education

Post-secondary degree/diploma in Engineering, Science, or related field

Tools

SAP

Maximo

Wind-chill

JIRA

Job description

Location: Ottawa, Canada

In fast-changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security, and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. For decades, Ottawa has been a global technology leader. Today, Canada’s capital holds one of the brightest and most diverse technological ecosystems in North America. Voted as Canada’s best place to live in 2017 by Maclean's, Ottawa offers a low cost of living with a high quality of life. The Thales Ottawa office has been a major supplier and long-term trusted partner to DND, enabling the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian Coast Guard to achieve mission success.

Victoria, B.C., Ottawa, ON., Halifax, N.S., (CAN.), Hybrid

Position Summary

Thales Canada Inc. is looking for a Configuration Management (CM) Specialist to support its Development and In-Service Support programs. As a CM Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting CM initiatives on projects and acting as a strategic contributor for establishing product baselines. You will work with multiple teams to ensure the integrity of changes to data and information are defined, traceable, and visible throughout their lifecycles. As the primary CM contact, you will leverage your knowledge and experience to drive CM priorities through a structured governance framework.

Key Areas of Responsibility

1. Support Configuration Management (CM) and Engineering Management change processes. Maintain the lifecycle accuracy and visibility of configuration items (CI), and revise As-Built records based on change effectivity.
2. Evaluate and organize multiple types and volumes of CI data. Perform configuration audits and communicate to affected groups. Assist with CM procedures maintenance; lead or support FCA/PCA activities as required.
3. Chair/lead Configuration Control/Change Boards (CCBs). Identify and resolve technical data baseline discrepancies and gaps. Coordinate and control the release of products.
4. Help determine and incorporate redline changes to technical drawings. Champion the implementation of CM processes, improvements, and tools. Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics. Participate in process improvement initiatives related to change and CM management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Engineering, Science, or related field from a recognized institution.
• 3+ years of work experience as a Configuration Management Specialist in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of technical design change management principles. Firm knowledge of ILS parts and material change protocols. Ability to read and interpret drawings. Understand BOMs and equipment family trees.
• Proficiency in performing configuration verifications and audits. Experience in incorporating and managing technical documentation changes. Knowledge of Configuration Management standards EIA-649 and/or ISO100007.
• Familiarity with software PLM tools for managing technical data (SAP, Maximo, Wind-chill, JIRA).

If you’re excited about working with Thales but do not meet all the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community!

Special Position Requirements

Schedule: 40 hours weekly, Monday through Friday.

Physical Environment: Onsite and remote in Ottawa, Halifax, or Victoria.

Travel: Occasional domestic travel may be required.

What We Offer

• Extensive benefits program for full-time employees working 24+ hours/week and their dependents, including health, dental, HSA, life, AD&D, short-term disability, cancer care, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Well-Being program.
• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with company contributions and matching, with no vesting period.
• Paid holidays, vacation days, and sick leave.
• Voluntary insurance options including Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
• Employee discounts on home, auto, and gym memberships.

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Thales is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusivity. We are committed to providing accommodations during the interview process. Applicants requiring accommodation should advise us upon invitation for an interview. All information will be treated confidentially.

This position requires access to hardware, software, or technical information controlled under various export and security regulations. Applicants must be eligible or able to obtain necessary authorizations, including Canadian NATO Secret clearance.