Configuration Management Lead

Role Overview Configuration Management Lead - Issue Review Board (Permanent) at Babcock International Group. Location: Halifax, NS. Expected salary $67,021 to $100,532. The final base salary offer is at Babcock’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package. What You Do Here Matters. In a complex world marked by the threat of war, natural disasters, and geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important. Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets. Our Canadian team combines their talent and expertise with deep global knowledge from operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australasia and Africa. Working for us, you’ll help ensure Canada’s critical services and assets are readily available, reliable, and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcock’s Purpose, ‘Creating a safe and secure world, together.’ Responsibilities Support the configuration‑management infrastructure for a large Naval program to meet customer obligations. Support the resolution of configuration management issues related to the management of data in the PDM Vault and other data repositories. Provide status on problem report resolutions using the Corporate Governance Risk (CGR) tool and report on KPI’s. Propose improvements to the existing problem reporting system and ensure the data being generated will be conducive for transfer into future enterprise tools, such as IFS and Auxilium. Work with the problem report tool OEM to implement improvements to the tool. Lead issue review board meetings with various internal and external stakeholders (Babcock internal, DND, VSL and various OEMs), and propose methods to close existing configuration gaps on VISSC. Identify risks and work with other leads in Configuration Management to resolve impacts to configuration and other departments (internal and external). Lead team members in supporting configuration data change traffic during submarine work‑periods. Support the team in identifying and closing gaps through impact assessments (IAs). Work directly with Engineering and other internal stakeholders to ensure the required interface support is in place to meet program obligations. Work with other leads in Configuration Management towards the resolution of common configuration issues. Support other leads in aligning existing Babcock processes with the integration of global processes. Flag significant issues to management when they occur. Qualifications Post‑secondary education in a relevant field (credentials in a technical field considered an asset). 4+ years’ relevant experience with 2+ years embedded in (or working closely with) configuration management for a Naval or Aerospace program. Experience with the application of a formal configuration management standard (e.g. EIA‑649C) to products and supporting documentation. Experience successfully leading projects and demonstrated strong communication skills (verbal and written). Experience in problem reporting and tracking key performance indicators (KPI’s). Experience with standard Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) as part of regular tasks. Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor other team members. Excellent organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment. Technical knowledge to interpret material technical data. Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization and external stakeholders (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors). Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Flexibility to operate and self‑driven to excel in a fast‑paced environment. Eligibility for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance. Benefits Health & Well‑Being: 100% employer‑paid health and dental premiums. Wellness benefit promoting a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well‑being. Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges. Maternity/Parental Leave top‑up payment available for colleagues as their family grows. Planning for the Future: Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program. Colleagues can also contribute directly to a TFSA. Flexibility in How We Work: Agile workplace for several positions. Option of a compressed work schedule supporting work/life interests. Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during holiday closure. Growth and Recognition: Comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program. Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues. We encourage you to learn more about Babcock Canada by exploring our website: babcockcanada.com. Legal / EEO Statement Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. One that welcomes everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you. Babcock Canada acknowledges that the land on which we operate across Canada is the unceded territory of Indigenous Peoples. We are grateful to work, live, and play as guests on these lands and are committed to building meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous Peoples. Applicants, please apply online at https://www.babcockinternational.com/careers/ #J-18808-Ljbffr