Configuration Manager

About the role

Leidos Australia is recruiting a Configuration Manager for its Mission Software Systems (MSS) team, which covers intelligence, software and cloud solutions for government, defence and national security customers. The role establishes and maintains configuration controls to protect the integrity and traceability of complex systems, coordinating baselines, changes and configuration records across hardware, software, documentation and supporting environments.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain configuration management plans, procedures, item structures and baselines.
• Administer configuration control and change processes so that proposed changes are assessed, approved and traceable.
• Maintain configuration status accounting and report accurately on versions, releases and approved changes.
• Support audits, reviews and release activities by keeping configuration evidence complete, controlled and accessible.

Required profile

• Experience in configuration management within engineering, technology or project environments.
• Ability to work with detailed records, identify inconsistencies and coordinate change across multiple stakeholders.
• Experience supporting change boards, configuration audits and release activities.
• Advantageous: knowledge of systems engineering, software release or asset management practices, and exposure to defence, aerospace or regulated programs.
• Australian citizenship and an active TSPV clearance, with eligibility for OSA; the role may be subject to ITAR requirements.

Required skills

• Configuration identification, baselining, change control and status accounting.
• Managing configuration items across hardware, software and technical documentation.
• Maintaining accurate records in configuration or product lifecycle tools.
• Working with engineers, quality teams, project managers and customers.

What we offer

• Flexible arrangements such as Life Days, part-time, job sharing and compressed hours.
• Free access to Headspace and MeQuilibrium, plus wellness spaces.
• Over 120,000 on-demand courses and professional development opportunities.

Applicants apply online through the Apply Now button; the hiring process includes a conversation with the Talent Acquisition team, an interview with the hiring manager or panel, and possibly a role-specific assessment.