IT Implementation Specialist - Manufacturing

Leonardo; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave and flexi-days

Award-winning pension scheme

Free mental health support

Bonus scheme for employees

Access to online courses

Financial rewards for referrals

Flexible benefits spending

Hybrid working options

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company in Basildon is looking for an experienced specialist to lead the deployment of Siemens Opcenter on Microsoft Azure. The role involves collaborating with engineers, managing software lifecycle processes, and supporting integration with systems like Teamcenter and SAP S/4HANA. Applicants should have strong MES expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position offers hybrid working options and a range of benefits including additional flexi-days and a robust pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Siemens MES toolset, especially OpsCenter and Teamcenter.
• Strong understanding of software deployment lifecycle and configuration management.
• Experience deploying and managing MES solutions in Azure Cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment and configuration of Siemens Opcenter on Microsoft Azure.
• Collaborate with Siemens engineers to troubleshoot and debug.
• Support integration between Siemens Opcenter, Teamcenter and SAP S/4HANA.

Skills

Siemens MES toolset

Software deployment lifecycle

Windows command prompt

Remote collaboration

Excellent communication

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Azure Cloud

Teamcenter

Job description

Leonardo UK is a global leader in aerospace, defence, and security technologies, delivering advanced capabilities across air, land, sea, cyber, and space domains. In the UK, Leonardo develops world‑leading radar, electronic warfare, and mission‑system technologies that support critical defence programmes and national security.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment and configuration of Siemens Opcenter on Microsoft Azure across development, test, and production environments.
• Collaborate with Siemens engineers through remote sessions to troubleshoot, debug, and validate configuration deployments.
• Execute and monitor Windows services and command‑line operations to support MES deployment and maintenance.
• Support integration between Siemens Opcenter, Teamcenter Easy Plan, and SAP S/4HANA, ensuring alignment between PLM, MES, and ERP platforms.
• Liaise with external partners during system replatforming and transition activities.
• Provide technical input into test planning and environment readiness.
• Document deployment processes and contribute to the continuous improvement of MES implementation practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Siemens MES toolset, especially OpsCenter and Teamcenter.
• Strong understanding of software deployment lifecycle and configuration management including code management tools.
• Experience integrating MES with PLM and ERP systems, particularly Teamcenter Unified and SAP S/4HANA.
• Experience deploying and managing MES solutions in Azure Cloud environments.
• Proficiency in Windows command prompt and service management.
• Experience in remote collaboration and screen sharing for technical troubleshooting.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, multi‑vendor environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre‑employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Benefits

• Time to Recharge – generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi‑days each year.
• Secure your Future – benefit from our award‑winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters – free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee‑led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
• Rewarding Performance – all employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning – free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend – receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks – spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working – flexible hours with hybrid working options.

Primary Location

GB – Basildon

Additional Locations

GB – Edinburgh, GB – Luton – Cap. Green 300, GB – Newcastle, GB – Yeovil – Lysander Rd

Contract Type

Permanent

Hybrid Working

Hybrid