C17 - Product Configuration Management Specialist

**The Opportunity**

The Boeing C-17 Program supports a world class heavy transport aircraft, the Boeing C-17A Globemaster III. The role will be required to work in a dynamic integrated program team based at RAAF Base Amberley, QLD.

BDA is looking for an experienced **Configuration Management Specialist** to join the Engineering Strategy & Ops team. We are focused on creating Engineering excellence through diversity, culture, and strategic initiatives that will enable the workforce. In this role you will join a team of Configuration and Data Management specialists to manage all aspects of the program's product definition and design data, technical baselines, engineering changes and current approved configuration to support program execution.

This role is based in RAAF Base Amberley, Queensland.

**Responsiblities**
- Assist with updating Configuration Management plans, processes and procedures, in accordance with standards, regulations, business and contractual requirements
- Perform lifecycle management of engineering changes including participation in the Configuration Control Boards
- Prepare and participate in product technical design reviews and audits as required
- Prepare and deliver configuration reports to support the C17 program
- Assist with the alignment of the program's Engineering and Configuration Management processes with Boeing processes and practices
- Effectively interface with project team members and customers to support the operation of the platform

**Experience/Qualifications**
- Formal Configuration Management training / certification is desired
- A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role, preferably within a related aviation or production industry
- Knowledge and understanding of industry configuration management standards such as ANSI/EIA-649 and MIL-HDBK-61
- Well-developed communication skills to work collaboratively to a high standard within a multi-disciplinary team
- Working knowledge of 3DEXPERIENCE Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool

**Eligibility**

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

You may require a Foreign Work Authorisation (FWA) in order to perform this role. This is not a requirement set or determined by Boeing but by the Department of Defence under laws issued in 2024. Please refer to the Department of Defencewebsite to understand these requirements.

**What's on offer?**

BDA provides people, expertise, process and tools to manage aircraft design, repair and continuing airworthiness capabilities supporting program execution and growth opportunities. Forward looking, BDA has developed a Capability Plan to meet our defence customers' evolving needs, both in Australia and internationally.

Boeing values the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.

Other benefits:

- Work on cutting edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms.
- Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.
- Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning.
- Formal reward and recognition program.
- Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation.
- Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave.
- Salary packaging options available.
- Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program.
- Social and community groups.

BDA works with strong links with our global Boeing community and we strongly encourage collaboration with our international counterparts.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Please note - this role will be shortlisted in January 2025.