Configuration Manager

Preligens; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international high-technology group is seeking a Configuration Manager to oversee the Configuration Management function. This role involves leadership and direct responsibility for engineering data and product configurations. Candidates should have experience in configuration management within regulated industries, strong knowledge of PLM/ALM tools like Windchill, and the ability to manage teams. Join us to contribute to innovative aerospace solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in configuration management in aerospace or regulated industries.
• Experience managing teams and leading cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of PLM/ALM tools required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Configuration Management team.
• Act as Configuration Manager for allocated product portfolio.
• Define and maintain Configuration Management Roadmap.

Skills

Configuration management

Team leadership

PLM/ALM tools knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Windchill

Job description

Configuration Manager

Published 08.28.2025

Job Description

To lead and manage the Configuration Management (CM) function at Safran Electrical & Power UK Ltd, ensuring control of engineering data and product configurations. The role is both strategic and operational — combining leadership of a small team with direct responsibility for configuration management across a defined portfolio of products and programmes. It supports the company's engineering transformation goals under the ADVANCE initiative.

• Lead, mentor, and manage the CM team and its contribution to engineering programmes
• Act as Configuration Manager for allocated product portfolio, ensuring full lifecycle control
• Define, maintain, and deliver the Configuration Management Roadmap at site and in co-ordination at divisional level
• Ensure Configuration Management Plans exist and are maintained for all key products
• Drive consistent and effective use of PLM/ALM systems across the site
• Support implementation of CM practices aligned to divisional standards and digital strategies
• Provide CM reporting and insights to support engineering KPIs and ADVANCE objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to embed robust CM governance

Job Requirements

• Proven experience in configuration management in aerospace or regulated industries
• Experience managing teams and leading cross-functional initiatives
• Strong knowledge of PLM/ALM tools – Windchill preferred
• Familiarity with standards such as ISO 10007, EIA-649, ARP4754
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver against strategic objectives
• Engineering degree or demonstrable equivalent experience (e.g. through apprenticeship, military, or career transition pathways).

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.

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