Software Configuration Management Analyst

Software Configuration Management AnalystLocation: TorontoContract Duration: 6 monthsWe at Raise are hiring a Software Configuration Management Analyst for one of our top clients. After establishing themselves as an industry leader, they're now expanding their team to meet rising demand. DescriptionWe are looking for a Configuration Management Specialist to join our local teamYou will be responsible for the implementation and maintenance of Configuration Management functions in assigned projects/products, to assure consistency in application of Configuration Management principles and change control processes over the lifecycle of a project/product.Key Responsibilities:• Implements the Configuration Management system for the project/product Ensures consistency of information in the configuration management system for the project/ product•Participates in the analysis of contractual requirements for Configuration Management, prepares cost and time estimates during the bid and major project phases, and identifies associated risks•Describes, implements and maintains the fundamental activities within the relevant Configuration Management Plan including: Configuration Management and Planning; Configuration Identification; Configuration Control; Configuration Status Accounting;Configuration verification and audit•Manages the implementation of the PLM system for configuration management of the project/product including: analysis of requirements; system configuration; customization; data loading and end-user training•Provides technical leadership and solves complex problems as required• Participates in creation of Product Breakdown Structure (PBS)• Establishes Configuration Management (CM) baselines such as FBL, ABL or PBL Perform, Functional Configuration Audit (FCA), Physical Configuration Audit (PCA), Software Configuration Audits (SCA) and software build verification on software releases•Ensures proper use of PLM system and end to end implementation of the CM practices on the assigned Project/Product as well as coaching of the project team members on CM principals and use of PLM•Provides support services to resolve configuration management issues during product and project lifecycles; escalate and complete (as much as possible) corrective actions in atimely fashion•Responsible to maintain consistency of information in the configuration management system for the project / product both in Country of Origin (COO) and Country of Destination (COD)•Specifies to sub-contractors and suppliers the CM requirements through Statement of Work and ensures the follow up of compliance to those requirements•Liaises with other Thales unit CM personnel involved in the project as well as with subcontractors/suppliers regarding project CM related issues•Contributes in improvement initiatives of CM procedures and tools and overall development of the discipline, coaching of peers and new tool end-users•Provides leadership to drive organizational change. In particular, partners with the engineering departments to provide advice and guidance for the adoption of new processes.•May coordinate Configuration Administrators of the organization for the execution of CM system while responsible and accountable for the consistency of the related perimeter configuration informationRequired Skills and Experience:• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent experience A minimum 5 years' experience in monitoring Systems, Software/Hardware development through a direct role in CM, within Engineering or transversePreferred Skills and Experience:• Working experience with PLM systems (preferred Windchill/Palma)• Extensive knowledge and experience of CM practices and principles• Experience with CM software and hardware and development processes• Strong problem solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills• Familiarity with commercial version control and problem reporting tools Railway Industry experience (or similar) with understanding of the context for the job function : complex system development•Knowledge of any of the following would be an asset: Microsoft Access, Visual Studio, DOORS, ClearCase/GIT, ClearQuest/JIRA, ERP (SAP)•Good written and verbal communication skills to allow effective communication with both technical and non-technical teams