Engineering Configuration Manager

Airbus; Filton; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus is seeking an Engineering Configuration Manager to join the Digital Wing team. The role focuses on managing engineering change activities across the product lifecycle and coordinating with engineering, programme management and manufacturing teams.

Reporting to the Head of Digital Wing Configuration Management, you will ensure timely delivery of change activities, drive continuous improvement and support the broader aerospace programmes.

Qualifications

• Experience within Configuration Management, Change Management or a similar engineering environment.
• Knowledge of end-to-end engineering and technical change processes.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders.
• Experience working in aerospace/ Manufacturing or other highly regulated industries.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering change process deliverables and stakeholder engagement across multiple programmes.
• Support Airbus' digital transformation strategy and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor workload priorities and mitigate risks that could impact aircraft delivery.
• Coordinate Service Bulletin dispatch activities for in-service modifications.
• Manage Wing Configuration Management activities for engineering design changes.
• Support engineering change activities throughout the aircraft lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Programme Management, Airworthiness, Manufacturing and In-Service teams to meet deadlines.
• Identify risks and opportunities, implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Provide guidance on Configuration Management processes to cross-functional teams.
• Promote best practice and lessons learned across Airbus community.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Engineering change processes

Change management

Tools

ICC-CADB

ICC-ACP

MCT

PrimesCCM

ACC2

Digital Mock-Up (DMU)

Python

SQL

Skywise

Job description

Engineering Configuration Manager

Location: Filton (80% onsite, hybrid working) | Open to candidates based in Broughton

Contract Length: Until July 2027 with potential extension

Hours: 35 hours per week over 4.5 days

Security Clearance: BPSS+ required (completed by Airbus Security)

Rate: £28.41 per hour PAYE / £38.00 per hour Umbrella

Interview Process: One-stage virtual interview

Join Airbus as an Engineering Configuration Manager

Guidant Global is recruiting on behalf of Airbus for an Engineering Configuration Manager to join the Digital Wing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of aircraft development programmes, supporting configuration management activities across the entire product lifecycle.

Reporting to the Head of Digital Wing Configuration Management, you will play a key role in ensuring engineering change activities are delivered effectively, supporting aircraft delivery, airworthiness, and programme objectives. Working within a highly collaborative environment, you'll engage with engineering, programme, manufacturing and configuration management teams across multiple aircraft programmes.

Whether you're an experienced Configuration Management professional or someone looking to take the next step in your career with strong change management experience, this role offers excellent opportunities for learning, development and exposure to cutting-edge digital transformation initiatives.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Engineering Configuration Manager, you'll be responsible for managing and supporting configuration management activities while ensuring adherence to quality, cost and delivery objectives.

• Managing engineering change process deliverables and stakeholder engagement across multiple programmes.
• Supporting Airbus' digital transformation strategy and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitoring workload priorities and mitigating risks that could impact aircraft delivery.
• Coordinating Service Bulletin dispatch activities for in-service modifications.
• Managing Wing Configuration Management activities for engineering design changes.
• Supporting engineering change activities throughout the aircraft lifecycle.
• Collaborating with Engineering, Programme Management, Airworthiness, Manufacturing and In-Service teams to achieve critical deadlines.
• Identifying risks, opportunities and improvement initiatives, implementing corrective and preventative actions where required.
• Providing guidance and support to cross-functional teams on Configuration Management processes and methods.
• Promoting best practice and lessons learned across the wider Airbus community.
• Supporting digitalisation, automation and Digital Mock-Up (DMU) activities through cross-training opportunities.

Key Areas of Focus

You'll be involved in a variety of Configuration Management activities, including:

• Engineering Decision Dossier (EDD) management
• Modification Proposal Dossier (MPD) management
• Design Query Note (DQN) embodiment
• Modification closure management
• Major In-Service Problem (MISP) closure
• Service Bulletin engineering processes
• Digital Mock-Up (DMU) gate activities

You'll also contribute to the development and adoption of new tools, processes and digital solutions that improve efficiency and support future programme success.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in candidates who can demonstrate strong stakeholder management skills, excellent communication abilities and a solid understanding of engineering change processes.

• Experience within Configuration Management, Change Management or a similar engineering environment.
• Knowledge of end-to-end engineering and technical change processes.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders.
• Experience working in engineering, aerospace, manufacturing or other highly regulated industries.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Experience

Any experience with the following will be advantageous:

• Configuration Management tools
• Product Data Management (PDM) systems
• ICC-CADB, ICC-ACP, MCT, PrimesCCM, ACC2 or similar platforms
• Product structure management
• Digital skills such as Python, SQL or Skywise
• Aerospace or engineering sector experience

Why Apply?

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Work on some of the world's most advanced aerospace programmes.
• Gain exposure to multiple aircraft programmes and engineering disciplines.
• Develop expertise in digital transformation and configuration management technologies.
• Build relationships across a broad network of technical and business stakeholders.
• Access cross-training opportunities in Digital Mock-Up, automation and digitalisation projects.
• Join a collaborative team that values continuous improvement and professional development.

About Guidant Global

At Guidant Global, we believe in creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to succeed. We are committed to building diverse and inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their potential.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.