Configuration Manager

JR United Kingdom; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in advanced solutions is seeking a Configuration Manager at their Barnstaple site. This role emphasizes establishing best practices in Configuration Management, managing a team, and supporting compliance with various industry standards. Offering flexible working, the position includes comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Hybrid/flexible working arrangements

25 days annual leave

Up to 16 days flexi leave

Half day Fridays

Paid leave for Reservists

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programs

Pension plans

Cycle schemes

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in relevant discipline preferred.
• Proven experience in Configuration Management, ideally in defense.
• Experience with ARAS Innovator PLM or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage Configuration Management processes and establish team best practices.
• Conduct Functional & Physical Configuration Audits.

Skills

Team management skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Understanding of electronic manufacturing product lifecycle

ERP systems knowledge

Education

Degree, HND, or equivalent experience

CM2 accreditation preferred

Tools

ARAS Innovator PLM

Job description

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Systems Engineering and Assessment Limited

Location:

Barnstaple, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

09.07.2025

Expiry Date:

23.08.2025

Job Description:

Engineered to Protect, that's our promise. We protect what matters - our nations, waters, land, cities, people, environment, and world. As Configuration Manager, you will establish and manage a best practice Configuration Management presence within the company based on ARAS Innovator Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) to CM2 compliant process, ensuring data integrity.

Configuration Manager will be based at our Barnstaple site. This role allows for flexible working. The salary for this role is up to £60k, depending on experience.

What you'll do

• Be a key stakeholder in the rollout of ARAS Innovator PLM & data input into ERP, establishing processes and managing CM best practices including the publication of CM Metrics.
• Establish & Manage the Configuration Management Team, providing a Configuration Management service to support ISO 9001 / 10007 / AS9100, Def Stan 05-57 & other applicable CM standards. Conduct Functional & Physical Configuration Audits as required, and write Project / Product specific Configuration Management Plans upon request.
• Overall responsibility for the release of documentation, BoM, Part & change data in PLM & its transition to ERP to meet business commitments to SLAs, managing the Deviation & Concession process and incorporation into change where required.

About our company

At SEA, we develop and deliver advanced solutions to make our world safer, cleaner, and more efficient. We provide state-of-the-art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. Our systems are in service worldwide, delivering rapid responses to threats and system effectiveness. We support many navies globally and continue to expand our expertise in key overseas markets.

What we offer

We encourage innovation, flexibility, and out-of-the-box thinking. We offer generous rewards, a good work/life balance, and excellent career and training opportunities. Our benefits include:

• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
• 25 days annual leave, plus buy and sell options
• Up to 16 days flexi leave
• Half day Fridays
• Paid leave for Reservists

Family & wellbeing benefits include private medical insurance, employee assistance, bonus schemes, pension plans, cycle schemes, wellbeing centers, social activities, discounts, GP and financial advice, life insurance, and development opportunities.

Facilities include EV charging points, lunch areas, onsite bistro, free beverages, showers, and parking.

The skills you need

• Degree, HND, or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline (CM2 accreditation preferred)
• Proven experience in Configuration Management, ideally in defense
• Experience with ARAS Innovator PLM or similar systems (training provided)
• Team management skills
• Strong communication and attention to detail
• Understanding of electronic manufacturing product lifecycle
• Good grasp of ERP systems

Join us and be part of something smaller—about 500 people in the UK and Canada—doing something bigger: protecting what matters.

If you'd like to learn more, contact Kelly-Ann Thomas from our Talent Acquisition Team at 03330 414300 or reach out to us on JBRP1_UKTJ.