Configuration Officer

About LAHAB:

LAHAB DEFENCE SYSTEMS (LDS) focuses on design, development and production of medium and large calibre munitions and weapons systems.

At LAHAB Defence Systems, we are a munitions pioneer. As the UAE’s only medium and large munitions manufacturer, we put over 25 years of expertise and experience to work for leading defence and security organisations across the MENA region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities:

• To manage all configured technical product data – such as documents, drawings, specifications, etc. as an integrated part of system engineering
• Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets, procurement specifications and Bill of Materials
• Compile information to create the Master Record of Index and issue to those authorized as required.
• Registration of new codes of the different products and maintain the specifications of the same.
• To inform ERP team to register the require information regarding the various products that are manufactured in the company.
• Register and Document the Engineering Change Proposals where / when required
• Maintain configuration methodologies and techniques by continuous verification, control and upgrade of configuration principles.
• Compile and maintain procedures, documentations and techniques required to monitor all controlled items.
• Implement processes related to document control and management.
• Follow processes and procedures for the opening of a new project and inform relevant personnel.
• Liaise with internal departments and external clients and suppliers to ensure that documents contain correct and understandable information regards their categorization.
• Generate document control reports and document tracking registers for specific projects as required
• Perform regular audits on documents against required information to ensure compliance with client requirements and company procedures.
• Prepare the Annual Budget for the Quality Control Section.
• Responsibility to handle & manage the GHQ & ITAR related Documentation.

HSE Roles and Responsibilities:

• comply with reasonable OSH instructions and safe working procedures;
• use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems;
• be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures;
• not willfully or recklessly endanger anyone's health and safety;
• assist with the preparation of risk assessments; and report OSH hazards, incidents, and issues

Experience and Education:

• Diploma (Technical direction) / equivalent experience
• At least 5 years active previous configuration experience

Key Skills:

• Ability to manage data efficiently
• Basic computer literacy in MS Office packages (MS Word and MS Excel)
• Basic report writing skills
• Basic  understanding/knowledge of manufacturing process
• Competency and accuracy in recording and calculating data
• Ability to establish subject matter credibility with all levels of employees
• Understanding and knowledge of ISO procedures an advantage

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