Location: Halifax - John Savage, CanadaIn fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.Position SummaryThales is looking for a Configuration Management (CM) Specialist to support its Development and In‑Service Support programs. The Specialist will be responsible for supporting CM initiatives on projects and act as a strategic contributor for establishing product baselines. In this role you will work with and support multiple teams to ensure the integrity of changes to data and information are defined, traceable and visible throughout their lifecycles. As the primary CM contact, the successful candidate will leverage their knowledge and experience to drive CM priorities through a structure governance framework.Special Position RequirementsSchedule: 40 hours weekly Monday through FridayPhysical Environment: Onsite and remote in Ottawa or HalifaxTravel: Occasional domestic travel may be requiredRegulatory Compliance RequirementsCanadaAccess to Trade Controlled ItemsAccess to Controlled GoodsSecurity Clearance – Must be able to obtain a NATO Secret Level Security ClearanceAccess to material (parts/equipment), technical information/data, engineering systems and software governed and controlled by the ITAR and/or Canadian Export Control ListControlled Goods assessment required based on the Canadian Controlled Goods ProgramKey Areas of ResponsibilitySupport Configuration Management (CM) and Engineering Management change processesMaintain the lifecycle accuracy and visibility of configuration items (CI)Coordinate and control the release of productsChampion the implementation of CM processes, improvements and toolsEstablish key performance indicators (KPIs)



and metricsIdentify and resolve technical data baseline discrepancies and gapsDevelop strong relationships across the businessPossess exceptional attention to detailAbility to organize tasks with minimal supervisionPerform configuration audits and communicate to affected groupsEvaluate and organize multiple types and volumes of CI dataProactively resolve issues that may impact performance and efficiencyInterface and liaise with project teams and customersChair/lead Configuration Control/Change Boards (CCBs)Basic QualificationsPost‑secondary degree/diploma from a recognized institution3 years work experience as a Configuration Management SpecialistStrong understanding of technical design change management principlesProven problem solving and analytic skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to read and interpret drawingsUnderstand BOMs and equipment family treesProficiency performing configuration verifications and auditsExperience incorporating and managing technical documentation changesKnowledge of Configuration Management standards EIA-649 and/or ISO Familiarity with software PLM tools for managing technical data (SAP, Maximo, IBM Infosphere, Windchill, JIRA)Must be able to work independently and exercise valuable judgmentPreferred QualificationsPost‑secondary certification in Engineering or similar technical discipline5 years’ work experience as a Configuration Management Specialist in an Engineering environmentCMMII certification or similarExperience working on In‑service Support or Capital ProjectsExperience working with software such as AutoCAD or SolidworksWhat We OfferCompany paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D;,



Short‑term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well‑Being program.Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.Voluntary Life, AD&D;, Critical Illness, Long‑Term Disability.Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.Compensation: The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between Total Target Cash 71,400.00 - 89,250.00 CAD annual.Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full‑time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the benefits described above.Equal Opportunity and AccommodationThales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Configuration Management Specialist (Dartmouth)
🏢 Thales
📍 Dartmouth