Engineered to Protect, that’s our promise, we protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world. As Configuration Manager, you will establish & manage a best practice Configuration Management presence within the company based on the use of ARAS Innovator Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) to CM2 compliant process, ensuring data integrity. Configuration Manager will be based at our Barnstaple site. This role allows for flexible working. The salary for this role is up to £60k, depending on experience. What you’ll be doing Being a key stakeholder in the rollout of ARAS Innovator PLM & data input into ERP establishing processes and managing CM best practices including the publication of CM Metrics. Establish & Manage the Configuration Management Team, providing a Configuration Management service to the business to support ISO 9001 / 10007 /AS9100, Def Stan 05-57 & other applicable CM standards. Providing guidance & where required conduct Functional & Physical Configuration Audit’s to ensure products adhere to their released requirements along with Writing Project / Product specific Configuration Management Plans upon request. Overall responsibility for the release of documentation, BoM, Part & change data in PLM & it’s transition to ERP to meet business commitments to agreed SLA’s, Managing the Deviation & Concession process & incorporation into change where required to agreed SLA’sAbout our companyAt SEA, we develop and deliver advanced solutions to make our world safer, cleaner and more efficient. We provide state-of-the-art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. In-service across the globe, our systems deliver a rapid response to threats and system effectiveness and interoperation. Our systems support an ever-growing number of navies across the world, and we continue to bolster our already specialist, on-the-ground knowledge of key overseas markets.What we offer At our core, we encourage innovation, flexibility and out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems, so we’re always looking for talented, flexible, and creative people to bring their best to SEA. In return we offer generous rewards, a fantastic work/life balance, and excellent career and training opportunities for everyone who joins. Have a look at the benefits we offer: Work life balance Hybrid/flexible working arrangements 25 days’ annual leave, plus buy and sell Up to 16 days flexi leave accrual Half day Fridays Reservists in the Armed Forces receive special paid leave Family & wellbeing Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance Program All Staff Bonus Group Pension Plan of up to 7% employer contribution Cycle to work scheme Wellbeing Centre Sports & Social activities Employee Discounts portal - online and in-store discounts, travel savings Canada Life GP and financial advice Life assurance policy Publication and recruitment bonus rewards Development opportunities, including LinkedIn learningFacilities & resources Electric vehicle charging points at all sites Private seated lunch areas Onsite bistro (Barnstaple office) and free hot and cold beverages Onsite showers and toiletries provision Free onsite parking The skills you need Degree, HND or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline (CM2 accreditation would be desirable) Proven experience within Configuration Management ideally within the defence sector Experience of ARAS innovator PLM is desirable or other equivalent PLM system; (training can be provided) Proven ability to manage a team Proven ability to communicate at all levels with a methodical approach to your work with attention to detail Comprehensive understanding of the electronic manufacturing product lifecycle Good understanding of ERP systemsJoin us and be part of something smaller - with 500 people in the UK and Canada - doing something bigger: protecting what matters. If you’d like to know more, please give Kelly-Ann Thomas from our Talent Acquisition Team a call on 03330 414300. Or reach out to us on talentacquisition@sea.co.uk