Principal Configuration Engineer

Leonardo; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global high-tech company in Aerospace, Defence, and Security is seeking Configuration Engineers. The role involves managing change requests and problem reports while learning valuable configuration management skills applicable throughout the product lifecycle.

Benefits

Flexible working

Hybrid work

Wide range of benefits

Free access to online courses

Support for professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Interest in engineering/science with ability to work with technical data.
• Experience with MRP supply and demand planning advantageous.
• Knowledge of CM2 methodology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage Problem Reports from initiation to resolution.
• Support Change Requests including assessments and consultations.
• Engage in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Administrative skills

Technical data

Data communication

Use of Microsoft Office

Education

HND qualification or equivalent

Tools

PDM/PLM tools

Job description

Job Description

The Opportunity

At Leonardo, we are looking for Configuration Engineers to join the Configuration Management Team. Leonardo is a global high-tech company and a key player in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, including 7,000 based in the UK.

The Integrated Sensing and Protection line of business, based in Basildon and Southampton, is among the world's top manufacturers of sensors and electronic systems.

This role offers the opportunity to learn configuration management skills applicable throughout the full product lifecycle—from requirements analysis, through design, procurement, manufacturing, to delivery and in-service support.

What can we offer you

• Flexible working: Flexible hours and part-time options to support work-life balance.
• Hybrid work: A mix of home-based and onsite work.
• Flexible benefits: A wide range of lifestyle, health, and wellbeing options.
• Network groups
• Training: Free access to Coursera with over 4,000 online courses.
• Continuous learning: Support for professional development through training and mentoring.
• Investors in People: Proud recipients of the Silver Award.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Free and confidential mental health support.
• Annual leave: 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays and 12 flexi days.

For more details on our benefits, please visit our careers page.

What you will do

• Train to operate in the Configuration Management role.
• Manage the processing of Problem Reports from initiation to final disposition, minimizing resolution time.
• Manage Trials Modifications supporting Problem Report investigations, ensuring results are captured.
• Manage Change Requests from initiation to final disposition, minimizing CRB disposition time.
• Collate Change Impact assessments from TRB.
• Support the change initiator and TRB through consultation.
• Determine if fast track criteria are met and route Change as Fast-Track.
• Prepare agendas, call, and chair the CRB (Business Review of Change).
• Set Point Of Embodiment (POE) & Priority.
• Determine Change Classification.
• Plan and coordinate implementation into design and physical product.
• Engage in continuous improvement activities.
• Due to the nature of our products, UK Security Clearance (SC) is required, and access to UK-Eyes-Only and ITAR material is authorized. For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels.

What we are looking for

• HND qualification or equivalent experience preferred.
• Interest in engineering or science, with the ability to work with technical data.
• Strong administrative skills with attention to detail and a logical mindset.
• Familiarity with databases, especially PDM/PLM tools or information systems, and data communication.
• Confident use of Microsoft Office applications.
• MRP supply and demand planning awareness is advantageous.
• Knowledge of CM2 methodology.

We value inclusion and diversity, welcoming applications from all backgrounds as we strive to build stronger, more balanced teams.

Locations

• Primary Location: Southampton, UK
• Additional Location: Basildon, UK

Contract Type

Hybrid Working