Lead Configuration Engineer

Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham has an exciting opportunity for Lead Configuration Engineer.

• Full time, permanent position
• 39 hours per week
• Job location: Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB.
• Unionised site – works in partnership with Unite the Union.

Management of a team in the support of all Magellan sites in the configuration management and data control. Maintaining the Bills of Material and change management of spares supporting a manufacturing and assembly rate that is in fluctuation and aligned to full rate production in the various company ERP systems. Participate in Change Control Boards and Technical Review Boards to identify change requirements and associated impacts. Manage the ‘As Maintained’ Bills of Material and associated changes to enable accurate and reliable information transfer to the various programs and in support of customer demands.

Perks and Benefits

• A company culture that promotes work life balance
• Help@Hand; a digital platform providing remote GP access, Physiotherapy, Mental Health support, Lifestyle Coaching, Saving& Discounts and more
• Access to mental health support
• Business performance related bonus
• Career development opportunities
• Commitment to continued learning and development
• Long Service Awards
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
• Free parking
• 25% off local gym membership

Essential Responsibilities

• Assists preparing quotations, planning and implementing tasks
• Is the point of contact for all technical input into the ERP system
• Responsible for establishing feasible solutions to design and engineering problems where precedence does not exist
• Responsible for managing the change board and managing all people involved within the board
• Ensures all aspects of the contract review are adhered to in order to support customer expectations
• Responsible for the management of the generation of shop floor documentation
• Responsible for managing the maintenance and changes to the shop floor documentation
• Responsible for managing the configuration team, ensuring all tasks and documentation are in place as per company schedules
• Help and Advise Engineering Colleagues with engineering queries and changes through the works query note process
• Assist Engineering colleagues with the development of new parts and product introduction through data evaluation
• Manages Electronic data transfer and data management between Magellan, Customers and suppliers
• Ensures all standards and procedures are adhered to
• Manages the first article proving of all data and support documentation in a production environment
• Manages the team in the training of operational personnel in the use of new standards and procedures, including VA’s and routings
• Liaise with external customers to develop best practices in line with product requirements

Position Requirements

Academic:

• HNC / Degree in relevant discipline

Experience:

• Min 10 years of production and Engineering experience in an Aerospace environment
• Essential CAD Experience in Catia V5
• Use of ERP systems
• Experience of configuration and change management
• Experience of controlling / managing engineering change on a complex programme

Key Competencies:

• Knowledge of GD&T/SPC techniques
• Must be computer literate and have a working knowledge of company systems
• Sound knowledge of multi-discipline engineering practices, processes and procedures
• Sound knowledge of Multi-discipline Engineering fundamental
• Ability to interrogate aircraft geometry in Catia based upon multi-customer requirements
• Ability to work with legacy data sets
• Creation and maintenance of bills of materials
• Outstanding organisational skills are required, together with tenacity to drive the process of configuration control from start to finish
• Creation and manipulation of datum structures for part-to-part activities
• Exceptional attention to detail is paramount for the successful execution of this role
• Sound knowledge of aerospace materials treatments and standard hardware
• Sound knowledge of EASA Part 21 and Airworthiness publications

Other skills/Abilities

Skills:

• Good practical co-ordination skills (Company Test)
• Good understanding of spoken and written English (Company Test)

Abilities:

• Ability to work using own initiative
• Ability to manage and lead a small team
• Ability to manage and direct multidiscipline teams

Personal Attributes:

• Confident with technical decisions
• Can interact and work with multi-disciplined team
• Confident in explaining and presenting any issues or errors to multi functional departments

About us

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name “Magellan Aerospace Corporation” in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the company’s vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry.

At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

Note

Magellan may use an approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) note-taking tool to support the initial screening stage of its recruitment and selection process. All AI use is performed in accordance with Magellan’s privacy policies. Personal information associated with any job application will not be shared with or retained by any third party. Magellan the ultimate discretion to determine which applications proceed through the initial screening process.

Confidentiality

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

Thank you for considering this exciting opportunity. This document is intended to provide the reader with information and is not a contractual document. Some of the material therefore may be subject to change.