Senior Configuration Engineer

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Configuration Engineer to join a specialist engineering department supporting complex aerospace and defence programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide configuration control and engineering data management support across large, complex product assemblies
• Interpret and manage technical data, drawings, and Bills of Materials to ensure accuracy and traceability
• Prepare, maintain, and control configuration management documentation in line with project governance requirements
• Manage and implement engineering design changes across multi-disciplinary teams, including preparation for and participation in change control meetings
• Support configuration audits, including supplier audits, ensuring configuration management processes are adhered to throughout the supply chain
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and project stakeholders to maintain robust control of product data
• Ensure integrity and compliance of CAD models, drawings, and associated technical documentation

The ideal candidate would have

• Experience working within an aerospace, defence, or similarly regulated engineering environment
• Familiarity with configuration management principles and lifecycle governance
• Experience supporting or managing engineering change processes in a multi-stakeholder setting
• Exposure to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools, ideally within an engineering data environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within close-knit technical teams

The ideal candidate must have

• A background in Configuration Control or Technical Data Management
• Evidential experience interpreting technical data and Bills of Materials for large, complex assemblies
• A high level of attention to detail with a disciplined approach to controlling engineering data and documentation
• The ability to support audits and ensure configuration compliance across internal teams and external suppliers

This position offers a competitive benefits package, which includes but is not inclusive of:

• Bonus scheme (based on company performance)
• Annual pay reviews and promotion reviews (based on personal performance)
• Overtime paid at an enhanced rate
• Flexi-Leave (of up to 15 days)
• Pension scheme (total contribution of up to 14%)
• Subsidised site facilities and restaurants
• Free parking
• Excellent career progression and training / career development opportunities

If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Keelan ASAP or apply via this advert!

Please note that due to the nature of the client’s business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) or Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered.

We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time, but if you have not heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stevenage

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-02-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English