Engineering Data Manager (Defence Maritime) - SC cleared

Evodia Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 128,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Evodia Limited is seeking an Engineering Data Manager to govern and migrate engineering data for a UK MOD contract based in Bristol. The role supports WARSHIP operations with data analytics and secure data handling under SC clearance. Hybrid work includes 2–3 days onsite.

You will join the Engineering Data Service Team (EDST) to ensure data integrity, enable data migration, and support platform integrations and policy compliance through robust data management practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing engineering data within a defence environment.
• Experience with NAD domain is desirable.
• Background in Royal Navy, maritime defence, or MOD projects preferred.
• Strong data governance, migration, and improvement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Identify and coordinate the elimination of non-conformant, duplicate, or redundant data.
• Manage data rights and ensure data configuration aligns with business needs.
• Utilise software tools for data manipulation and migration within virtual environments (Azure, SQL, Python, JSON, XML).
• Control access and governance of the ROSETTA application and data sharing policies.
• Support Metadata Standards Board activities and align with the Common Support Model (CSM).
• Develop and deliver Data Management Plans within ShareAspace.
• Contribute to technical publications processing and manage large file transfers.

Skills

Data governance

Data migration

Data analytics

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Azure

Virtual machines

PLM software

ROSETTA application

SQL

Python

JSON

XML

Job description

Evodia Limited is supporting a strategic client in the defence maritime sector to find a highly capable SC clearedEngineering Data Manager for a key contract based in Bristol. With flexible hybrid working arrangements (2-3 days onsite), this role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of digital support for complex warship operations.

About the Role

This contract, starting from 1 April 2027 and running until 31 March 2028 (with potential extension), focuses on supporting the Information Knowledge Management (Spt-IKM) initiative. You'll actively manage and govern vital engineering data for the Royal Navy's warships, contributing directly to their operational readiness and digital transformation. The role involves working within the Engineering Data Service Team (EDST) to ensure data integrity, support data migration, and optimise data usage across MOD and industry applications. Your expertise will enable faster, more efficient maintenance and support through advanced data analytics, supporting naval capability and security.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and coordinate the elimination of non-conformant, duplicate, or redundant data.
• Manage data rights and ensure data configuration aligns with business needs.
• Utilise software tools for data manipulation and migration within virtual environments - familiarity with Azure, SQL, Python, JSON, and XML is essential.
• Control access and governance of the ROSETTA application, supporting data sharing policy adherence.
• Support Metadata Standards Board activities, manage MSB artefacts, and align with the Common Support Model (CSM).
• Assist in developing and delivering Data Management Plans within ShareAspace.
• Contribute to technical publications processing, secure large file transfers, and manage participant models to support data sharing.
• Provide expert data analytics for ILS and RCM investigations, producing dashboards to support ship availability.
• Participate in governance meetings, working groups, and safety/ environmental boards, ensuring data supports operational decision-making.
• Design and manage data migration strategies for new platform integrations, aligning with the Platform-Agnostic Domain Model (PADM).

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience:

• Proven experience managing engineering data within a defence environment, ideally within the NAD domain.
• Background working with the Royal Navy, maritime defence, or MOD projects.
• Strong knowledge of data governance, including data migration, management, and improvement strategies.
• Experience with MOD databases such as UMMS, MCWE, SSDD, Trilogiview, and SOCS Data Portal.
• Hands on experience with Azure, virtual machines, and PLM solutions/software.
• Understanding of IPR, ITAR, ASSC, and related data security standards.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of CSM BP's, DEFSTANs, BRs, and JSP 248/440 standards.
• Proficiency in Excel, Python, SQL, JSON, and XML data structures.
• Strong communication skills, capable of liaising across all organisational levels.
• Familiarity with MOD commercial practices and data models, including Boolean logic.

Details & Benefits

• Location: Bristol, with flexible remote working
• Security Clearance: SC clearance required
• Day Rate: Up to £805 (inside IR35)
• Contract Length: 1 April 2027 - 31 March 2028 (possible extension)