Senior Specialist Configuration and Data Management

Senior Specialist Configuration and Data Management

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ABOUT THE ROLE
At FADA we are looking for an experienced Configuration and Data Management (CADM) Specialist to lead and enforce CADM processes across complex, multi-stakeholder space and defense programs. This is a high-impact role where you will ensure consistency, compliance, and traceability of configuration items and program data across the full system lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in aerospace, defense, or space systems, and be confident managing the technical baseline, ensuring configuration control, and working closely with internal teams, suppliers, and partners to meet both technical and contractual data requirements. RESPONSIBILITIES Configuration Management
Define, implement, and maintain configuration management plans aligned with ECSS and AS9100 standards. Control and manage Configuration Items (CIs) across hardware, software, documentation, and operational systems. Establish and maintain configuration baselines (Functional, Allocated, Product) across project phases. Lead change control processes, including organizing and chairing Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), managing Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), and ensuring traceability of changes. Coordinate with engineering, quality, and project teams to ensure cross-functional adherence to configuration policies.
Data Management
Oversee the technical data lifecycle, including document control, versioning, metadata tagging, and access governance. Ensure compliance with contractual data delivery requirements, including format, content, and timelines. Manage structured data repositories, digital archives, and controlled document workflows. Ensure robust data security and integrity, especially where sensitive or export-controlled information is involved (e.g., NATO/EU restrictions, ISO 27001).
Quality, Compliance & Audit
Ensure CADM activities meet the requirements of standards such as:
ECSS-E-ST-40 / ECSS-M-ST-40 ISO 9001 / AS9100 ISO 27001 (data security), ISO 14001 (environmental, if applicable)
Support internal and external audits, including customer reviews and regulatory oversight. Collaborate with the Quality team to identify and resolve non-conformances and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) related to CADM activities.
Supplier and Program Interface
Interface with suppliers, subcontractors, and international partners to align on configuration/data practices. Ensure external parties comply with CADM requirements, including CDRL (Contract Documents Requirement List) documentation and format standards. Support systems engineering and program teams in the preparation and validation of milestone documentation (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR, ORR).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Information Management, Aerospace, or a related field. 3 years of experience in Configuration and Data Management, preferably with aerospace or defence programmes. Strong understanding of configuration baselines, product structures, change control, and versioning systems. Hands-on experience with PLM/CAD/CM tools (e.g., Eclipse, Windchill, or equivalent). Knowledge of standards such as ECSS, ISO 9001, AS9100, and familiarity with project lifecycles (e.g., ESA, NASA, or MIL-STD-based programs). Excellent organizational and documentation skills, with attention to detail and audit-readiness. Fluent in English (written and spoken); Hungarian is a plus. Eligible for national security clearance or NATO-level clearance depending on project scope.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Familiarity with defense export control regimes (e.g., ITAR, EAR, national security restrictions). Experience working in international, multi-contractor environments on dual-use or classified systems. Exposure to Lean and Agile or hybrid project methodologies in regulated environments.
WHY CHOOSE EDGE Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive. At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-c