Principal Configuration Engineer

Leonardo UK Ltd; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security, Leonardo UK Ltd seeks a Principal Configuration Engineer for their Luton site. In this role, you will lead configuration management activities, collaborate with engineering teams, and support innovation while managing tools like Teamcenter and SAP. A hybrid working model is available, enabling a flexible work-life balance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Configuration Management per DEF STAN 05-57.
• Experience in Software Configuration Management at product release points.
• Experience providing C&D input to Design Reviews and Certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead Configuration activities across all lifecycle phases.
• Manage Configuration Identification, Change Control, and Status Accounting.
• Develop and review Configuration Management Plans.

Skills

Configuration Management

Change Control

Software Configuration Management

Product Management Tools

Attention to Detail

Tools

Teamcenter

SAP

Job description

Job Description:

Title: Principal Configuration Engineer – Luton Site

Company Overview:

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 and a significant industrial presence in Italy, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Poland, along with a network of strategic partnerships worldwide.

Role Overview:

Leonardo UK is advancing in areas such as tactical sensing, data fusion, communications, machine learning, and defensive systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly as a Principal Configuration Engineer based at our Luton Site with hybrid working arrangements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the five key Configuration activities across all lifecycle phases of a Programme within IPTs.
• Provide clear guidance on C&DM processes and tools at system requirements, system level, software, modeling, or hardware levels.
• Support process tailoring and challenge norms to fit the programme lifecycle and context.
• Drive proactive GCAP (Work Package 4) initiatives.
• Support the Head of Configuration and Data Management in fostering innovation within IPTs and Lines of Business.

Individual Expectations:

• Resolve C&DM issues within IPTs through proposals and solutions.
• Provide Basis of Estimate (BoE) for work packages.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Support team development and demonstrate self-management.
• Promote knowledge and use of PLM and engineering tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and review Configuration Management Plans.
• Manage Configuration Identification, Change Control, and Status Accounting.
• Lead verification and audits, including FCA/PCA.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure dataset maintenance and configuration control.

Skills, Qualifications & Knowledge:

• Understanding of Configuration Management per DEF STAN 05-57.
• Practical knowledge of the five key elements of Configuration Management.
• Experience in Software Configuration Management at product release points.
• Experience providing C&DM input to Design Reviews and Certification.
• Experience with safety-critical product development.
• Proficiency with Product Management Tools such as Teamcenter (version 13) and SAP.
• Strong administrative skills with attention to detail.

Security Clearance:

Ability to achieve UK Security Clearance (SC) and access UK-Eyes-Only and ITAR materials. More info at: UK Security Vetting Levels.

Location & Contract:

Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Yes