Configuration Officer (Configuration Management)

About HALCON

HALCON is a regional and international leader that offers next-generation Weapons Systems and Robotics Expertise to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world. HALCON has developed in-house expertise across the entire value chain for gravity-release bomb guidance systems. This includes design, development, testing, manufacturing and assembly. Our end-to-end capabilities ensure exceptional quality and competitive pricing. As well, we are faster and more flexible in meeting customer requirements. 

Job Summary:

The Configuration Officer executes all elements of Configuration Management as a service to one or more programs within Halcon. The job incumbent understands the configuration requirements of the projects and supports the project team by offering appropriate solutions. He/she also governs the CM process and procedures, prepares reports, validates the data and coaches and trains engineers on the CM process.

Key Accountabilities:

• Compile and maintain Configuration Management (CM) plans.
• Liaise with the project team to gain an in-depth understanding of the configuration requirements of the project.
• Identity CM requirements that cover the system, hardware, software, and data/info requirements.
• Collaborate with the project design/development team to provide support on multiple, concurrent configuration baselines aligned with the CM Plans.
• Apply control mechanisms to ensure correct baselines are delivered.
• Ensure adherence to the established CM procedures in the context of the respective projects.
• Produce reports on the configuration status of specific projects.
• Conduct audits to validate the accuracy of product data per product.
• Coach, guide, and train engineers on the Configuration Management Processes they need to follow.
• Develop and present training courses to internal personnel as required.

Experience & Education Qualifications:

• Minimum: 7+ years of extensive hands-on experience in configuration management/document control within a systems engineering technology company      
• Minimum: High school diploma
• Technical background - National Technical N-Diploma (N4-N6)   
• Preferred: 5+ years of experience in an Aerospace or Defence environment       Preferred: Bachelors’ of Science in Industrial Engineering
• Knowledge of ANSI/EIA 649
• Knowledge of System engineering principles

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