Configuration Manager – Aerospace (Abu Dhabi)

About the role

This is a rare opportunity to build a Configuration Management capability from the ground up within a clean‑sheet aircraft programme. You will work closely with senior engineering, airworthiness and certification leaders as the organisation moves towards certification and production.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company’s Configuration Management framework.
• Establish configuration governance, processes and change‑control procedures.
• Manage aircraft configuration baselines and product integrity throughout development.
• Ensure effective control of engineering changes and configuration data.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Airworthiness and Certification teams to maintain configuration conformity.
• Support implementation and optimisation of PLM and Configuration Management tools.
• Drive best practice across the organisation as the programme matures.

Required profile

• Significant Configuration Management experience within aerospace or aviation.
• Experience supporting new aircraft development or certification programmes.
• Strong understanding of engineering change control, baselines and product lifecycle management.
• Experience implementing or developing Configuration Management processes.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving engineering environment.

Required skills

• Polarion
• Teamcenter
• Engineering Change Control
• Configuration Management

What we offer

• Salary AED 30,000‑42,000 per month (dependent on experience and qualifications).
• Annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive family medical insurance.
• Schooling allowance for up to three children.
• Annual flight allowance.
• Visa and relocation support.