Job Description

Description and Requirements
Position Type: Contract, Full-time (12 months)
Location: Toronto, Canada
We are looking for a Configuration Management Specialist to join our local team!
You will be responsible for the implementation and maintenance of Configuration Management functions in assigned projects/products, to assure consistency in application of Configuration Management principles and change control processes over the lifecycle of a project/product.
Key Responsibilities:

• Implements the Configuration Management system for the project/product Ensures consistency of information in the configuration management system for the project/ product
• Participates in the analysis of contractual requirements for Configuration Management, prepares cost and time estimates during the bid and major project phases, and identifies associated risks

• Describes, implements and maintains the fundamental activities within the relevant Configuration Management Plan including: Configuration Management and Planning; Configuration Identification; Configuration Control; Configuration Status Accounting; Configuration verification and audit

• Manages the implementation of the PLM system for configuration management of the project/product including: analysis of requirements; system configuration; customization; data loading and end-user training

• Provides technical leadership and solves complex problems as required

• Participates in creation of Product Breakdown Structure (PBS)

• Establishes Configuration Management (CM) baselines such as FBL, ABL or PBL Perform, Functional Configuration Audit (FCA), Physical Configuration Audit (PCA), Software Configuration Audits (SCA) and software build verification on software releases

• Ensures proper use of PLM system and end to end implementation of the CM practices on the assigned Project/Product as well as coaching of the project team members on CM principals and use of PLM

• Provides support services to resolve configuration management issues during product and project lifecycles; escalate and complete (as much as possible) corrective actions in atimely fashion

• Responsible to maintain consistency of information in the configuration management system for the project / product both in Country of Origin (COO) and Country of Destination (COD)

• Specifies to sub-contractors and suppliers the CM requirements through Statement of Work and ensures the follow up of compliance to those requirements

• Liaises with other Thales unit CM personnel involved in the project as well as with subcontractors/suppliers regarding project CM related issues

• Contributes in improvement initiatives of CM procedures and tools and overall development of the discipline, coaching of peers and new tool end-users

• Provides leadership to drive organizational change. In particular, partners with the engineering departments to provide advice and guidance for the adoption of new processes.

• May coordinate Configuration Administrators of the organization for the execution of CM system while responsible and accountable for the consistency of the related perimeter configuration information

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent experience
• A minimum 5 years\' experience in monitoring Systems, Software/Hardware development through a direct role in CM, within Engineering or transverse

All interested applicants who meet the qualifications listed above are invited to submit a resume by clicking "Apply Now".
The indicated pay range for this position is a good-faith estimate based on the qualifications necessary for the position, including experience, training, and other considerations permitted by law. Additionally, it is emphasized that the pay band mentioned herein is the one established by the client company. Factors that may be used when making an offer may include a candidate\'s skills, experience and geographic location, the expected quality and quantity of work. Most candidates will start at the bottom half of the pay range, with the upper end reserved for candidates with extensive experience and skills and who live in geographic markets commanding a higher starting pay. An employee\'s pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law.
This information is subject to change and serves as a general guideline for compensation discussions. Actual offers may vary based on specific circumstances and company policies.