Configuration Management Specialist

Configuration Management Specialist

Babcock is seeking a talented Configuration Management Specialist to support the JP9101 program, ensuring the integrity and maturity of engineering solutions across the product lifecycle. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-profile Defence initiative, working within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where your expertise will help shape mission-critical outcomes.

About You

You’re a seasoned professional with around seven years of experience in technical or engineering roles, and you bring a strong foundation in configuration and data management. You’re confident using PLM systems like Teamcenter and understand the importance of applying standards such as ISO 10007 and EIA-649C. Your background in Defence or Defence Industry equips you to navigate complex environments with precision and clarity. You’re a natural communicator, both written and verbal, and thrive in team settings where collaboration drives success. You’re curious, courageous, and committed to delivering outcomes that matter—aligned with Babcock’s principles of kindness, ownership, and continuous improvement.

About the Role

Reporting to the Configuration Manager, you’ll perform CM and DM activities across the lifecycle of JP9101 products and services. You’ll implement processes for planning, identification, control, status accounting, and audit, ensuring alignment with internal governance and external compliance standards. You’ll manage configuration baselines, lead technical investigations, and support change management forums such as CCB and ECB. Acting as a subject matter expert, you’ll liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure clarity and consistency in configuration practices. You’ll also contribute to technical documentation, risk assessments, and process improvements, supporting the delivery of high-quality engineering outcomes. This role may involve travel across Australia and internationally, offering a dynamic and impactful career path within a global Defence organisation.

To be successful in this position you will bring; 

• Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Commonwealth Defence Security Clearance as defined by AGSVA guidelines
• Hold a technical/vocational qualification in relevant discipline
• Hold additional training qualifications in CM or DM specialisation

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you   

• We provide an agile work environment where you’re able to work onsite and remotely, and to set you up for this we provide a laptop and working from home kit if required, in addition we offer compressed hours which can provide you even more flexibility;   
• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;   
• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;   
• You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much  

more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;   

• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus wellbeing leave;   
• You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.   

Who we are  Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.   

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,500 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.   

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:   

• Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;   
• Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;   
• Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;  • Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Mission & Support Systems business.   

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.   

Job req #68629

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