Configuration Management Specialist

Top tier defence organisation working on a new & innovative project

Your new company

Are you excited about the prospect of working in a dynamic & innovative team alongside like-minded peers? Are you motivated by working on complex and innovative large-scale defence programs? Do you want to work for an organisation with a global reach and top tier reputation for excellence and genuine opportunities to advance your career and technical expertise? Then read on!

This role provides the successful candidate the opportunity to join a new and innovative defence project and be part of shaping defence capability. Additionally, due to the dynamic nature of these opportunities, very real career progression opportunities are on offer as you will be part of this growth.


Your new role

In this role, you will create and manage software configuration management tools to support the identification, control, reporting, and delivery of both in-house developed and commercially purchased COTS software products. You will conduct configuration management and release engineering tasks to ensure new software product parameters are documented and adhere to standard hardware configurations. Key tasks include:

  • Develop Solutions and provide expert advice and guidance on Software Configuration Management (SCM) activities to stakeholders.
  • Design, develop, automate, and maintain productivity tools using programming, database, or scripting languages to enhance software modelling and development.
  • Coordinate the design and implementation of build procedures for software product development and use.
  • Maintain the SCM system, including code documentation, problem reports, change requests, build documents, and software delivery.
  • Implement long-term objectives for software process improvement, ISO 9000 compliance, and code reuse.
  • Establish Configuration Identification Schemes.
  • Create and maintain configuration baselines for development, test, and production environments, managing changes between them.
  • Develop and apply CM plans, policies, and procedures tailored to the system's complexity and scope.
  • Review and evaluate technical decisions, incorporating input from other disciplines.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Australian Citizenship is mandatory, with Security Clearance at NV1 or above being highly regarded.
  • Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent defence industry experience.
  • Extensive knowledge and experience in configuration management principles (identification, control, auditing, and status accounting).
  • Significant experience in build and release management within a complex engineering environment.
  • Strong understanding of development, testing, and integration concepts and practices.
  • Proven ability to produce high-standard technical reports.
  • Proficient in MS Office and relevant software packages (e.g., Software Configuration & Data Management tools).

What you'll get in return

This permanent opportunity offers unique defence industry exposure, working for a global defence industry leader. Excellent career progression and development is on offer, alongside competitive salary packaging.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in these opportunities, click 'apply now' or forward your CV directly to amy.mcnulty@hays.com.au

If you are unsure as to where you may fit, we encourage your application. If we can't help you right away, having your resume on file will enable the team to reach out to you upon suitable opportunities becoming available.

LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Engineering
Location
NSW - Newcastle
Specialism
Defence
Ref:
2894673

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Amy McNulty, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Melbourne
Level 21, 360 Collins Street,

Telephone: 0396049645

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