Job title: Configuration and Data Management Engineer Location: Crawley, UK Contract: Permanent Clearance: SC clearance required/must be able to attain SC clearance. You could be just the right applicant for this job Read all associated information and make sure to apply. Scope Akkodis have an opportunity within the Aerospace and Defence business unit offering a dynamic role focused on Configuration Management (CM) in support complex engineering projects. The scope involves working alongside multidisciplinary teams across engineering, business, and operations to ensure effective implementation and governance of CM practices throughout the product lifecycle. As part of Akkodis' commitment to innovation and excellence in the aerospace and defence sector, the role includes contributing to the specification and oversight of CM requirements for suppliers and subcontractors, adapting CM systems to project needs, and driving consistency in configuration data. You will also support key project milestones such as configuration audits, change control boards, and end-of-phase reviews.Top of Form Bottom of Form Role The Configuration and Data Management Engineer is responsible for supporting Configuration Management (CM) activities in close collaboration with engineering, business, and operations teams. The role also involves defining CM requirements for suppliers and subcontractors, sharing best practices throughout the product development lifecycle, and contributing to the selection of configuration items and breakdown structures. Responsibilities Support CM activities in collaboration with all stakeholders in engineering, business, and operations Implement CM plan in projects driving consistency and completeness of information adapting the CM system as applicable Support specification of CM requirements to suppliers and subcontractors through statements of work Share best practices and pragmatic approaches to various elements of CM across all phases of product development lifecycle including selection of configuration items and establishment of breakdown structures Participate in and occasionally manage change control boards Support functional / physical configuration audits, and end of phase reviews Required Experience Experience working across all phases of product development lifecycle and associated config baselines from concept to sustainment operations Deep knowledge of system integration principles, CM practices and tools in systems, hardware, software Familiarity with different types of configuration baselines used to control and manage the evolution of a system or product Experience working with PALMA or Windchill PLM Required Skills Ability to work independently applying judgement during multi-tasking and prioritising tasks Comfortable being process-driven, analytical, and detail-oriented, with appreciation for data integrity Ability to communicate, collaborate, and problem-solve with engineering, business, and operations teams About Us Akkodis is a global leader in engineering, technology, and R&D, harnessing the power of connected data to drive digital transformation and innovation for a smarter, more sustainable future. As part of the Adecco Group, Akkodis combines the expertise of AKKA and Modis, with over 50,000 engineers and digital specialists across 30 countries in North America, EMEA, and APAC. Our teams bring extensive cross-sector knowledge in critical technology areas such as mobility, software services, robotics, simulations, cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics, enabling clients to tackle complex challenges in today’s rapidly evolving markets. With a comprehensive solution portfolio across four service lines—Consulting, Solutions, Talents, and Academy—Akkodis supports clients from concept through to full-scale deployment and optimisation. Our diverse offerings help organisations rethink product development, accelerate productivity, reduce time-to-market, and prepare for the future. At Akkodis, you’ll join a dynamic environment that values continuous learning and global collaboration, where you can make a meaningful impact through innovative projects that shape the future of technology.