Configuration Manager

Job Title: Configuration Manager
Location: Coventry CV6
Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri)
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full-time and based onsite with potential hybrid working
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 (subject to experience) per annum + Discretionary Bonus

About the role

Own the systems that keep complex engineering programmes under control.
We re looking for a Configuration Manager to lead and evolve configuration management across our vehicle programmes, supporting some of the most advanced military vehicle systems in the UK. This is a key role where you ll shape how we manage product data, control change, and maintain integrity across the full lifecycle of our platforms.

You ll thrive in this role if you enjoy bringing structure to complexity, influencing teams, and building processes that enable engineering excellence. Working across high-profile defence programmes, including support to the UK MoD protected mobility fleet, you ll play a critical role in ensuring our products remain controlled, compliant, and ready for deployment. If you re passionate about configuration, governance and continuous improvement, this could be the perfect role for you.

What you ll get in return

At NP Aerospace, we know our success comes from our people. That s why we invest in benefits that support your health, reward your hard work, and help you grow your career:

• Performance rewards discretionary bonus opportunities
• Flex your day flexible start and finish times (subject to manager approval and operational needs)
• Time to recharge 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy more through our Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Support for Defence two weeks paid leave for Reservists and Cadets, plus paid leave for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
• Future security competitive pension scheme (9% combined employer/employee contributions)
• Peace of mind life cover at 3x base salary
• Health & wellbeing first BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan to support everyday health costs
• Grow with us career development and advancement opportunities within a global business
• Supportive environment a team culture built on innovation, collaboration, and purpose

What you ll be doing

In this role, you ll take ownership of configuration management across vehicle programmes, leading the development and continuous improvement of processes that ensure product data is accurate, controlled and aligned across the full lifecycle. You ll play a central role in ensuring engineering, project and operational teams are working from a single, reliable source of truth.

You ll develop and embed Configuration and Data Management Plans, giving you direct influence over how projects manage change, control baselines and maintain compliance. By supporting teams with training and guidance, you ll help build capability across the business while ensuring consistent application of configuration standards.

You ll manage the full lifecycle of product configuration including hardware, software and documentation in line with DEF-STAN 05-57, giving you exposure to complex defence systems and regulatory requirements. You ll also assess and resolve configuration issues, balancing control with delivery priorities in fast-paced project environments.

Working closely with project managers, engineers, suppliers and customers, you ll maintain configuration status records, support audits and drive continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to influence how the business scales its configuration capability as programmes grow.

What we re looking for

We re looking for someone who combines strong configuration management expertise with a practical, solutions-focused mindset. You ll ideally have:

• Degree in a scientific, engineering or technical discipline
• Proven experience in configuration management within engineering or technical environments
• Strong understanding of configuration control, baseline management and change processes
• Experience working with product lifecycle and data management tools (e.g. Windchill, DOORS, SAP or similar)
• Ability to influence and support cross-functional teams
• Strong attention to detail with a structured, process-driven approach

Desirable

• Experience working to DEF-STAN 05-57 or similar standards
• Experience in defence, aerospace or complex engineering environments
• Certified auditor or experience supporting configuration/process audits
• Experience with MCAD tools (e.g. Creo) or software configuration management
• Postgraduate qualification or professional body membership

You ll also need to be eligible for UK Security Clearance.

What do we do at NP Aerospace?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges. Our values Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, incorporates some of the most advanced composite materials available. Alongside this, we deliver highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world s most respected defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years and continues to expand across the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Data Privacy: NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and pass necessary checks before employment.