MQ28 - Product Configuration Management Specialist

at  Boeing

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Location:
Brisbane
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
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THE OPPORTUNITY

The Boeing MQ-28A is a globally-significant program that will deliver a disruptive advantage in airborne missions. Developed in partnership with the Royal Australian Air Force, it is the first military combat aircraft to be designed, manufactured and assembled in Australia in 50 years. Enabled by autonomous capabilities, the aircraft will fly alongside other platforms to team with existing crewed and un-crewed assets.
BDA is looking for an experienced Configuration Management Specialist to join the Engineering Strategy & Ops team. We are focused on creating Engineering excellence through diversity, culture, and strategic initiatives that will enable the workforce. In this role you will join a team of Configuration and Data Management specialists to manage all aspects of the program’s product definition and design data, technical baselines, engineering changes and current approved configuration to support program execution.
This role is based in Brisbane, Queensland.

As a Configuration Management Specialistwithin BDA, you will perform:

• Assist with updating Configuration Management plans, processes and procedures, in accordance with standards, regulations, business and contractual requirements.
• Perform lifecycle management of engineering changes including participation in the Configuration Control Boards
• Prepare and participate in product technical design reviews and audits as required.
• Prepare and deliver configuration reports to support the MQ-28 program
• Assist with the alignment of the program’s Engineering and Configuration Management processes with Boeing processes and practices.
• Effectively interface with project team members and customers to support the operation of the platform.

• Formal Configuration Management training / certification is desired;
• A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role, preferably within a related aviation or production industry
• Knowledge and understanding of industry configuration management standards such as ANSI/EIA-649 and MIL-HDBK-61
• Well-developed communication skills to work collaboratively to a high standard within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Working knowledge of 3DEXPERIENCE Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) too