Configuration and Data Management Specialist

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KBR in Australia

With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

The Opportunity:

Join KBR as a Configuration and Data Management Specialist to act as the functional authority for CM/DM, supporting key programs and capture activities. You will define and enhance processes, tools, and practices for managing and analysing configuration data from multiple systems. This role offers the chance to influence enterprise-wide approaches while enabling better decision-making through high-quality data insights.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity and can be based in Canberra, Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, or Sydney/.  

The successful candidate must be eligible to hold a AGSVA security clearance.

Responsibilities:

• Act as Discipline Lead, covering configuration identification, control, status accounting, and audit & surveillance
• Define, design, and continuously improve processes, tools, and technical workflows across the environment
• Lead configuration data analysis, modelling, comparison, and remediation activities to ensure data integrity and support decision-making
• Provide expert support and advice to the Chief Engineer, Principal Engineers, and broader program stakeholders
• Oversee data governance, assurance frameworks, and quality controls, ensuring compliance with organisational and regulatory standards
• Support the operation and evolution of product lifecycle management and configuration data management tools
• Perform data conversion, validation, and preparation activities to enable accurate upload into configuration data management environments
• Lead stakeholder engagement activities including workshops, system testing, remediation, and coordination of configuration changes and improvements
• Support internal and external audits, access management, and data integrity assurance processes across the configuration environment

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

Essential:

• Extensive experience in an engineering role within a highly regulated environment
• Strong expertise in Configuration Management principles applied in both strategic and operational contexts
• Experience across sustainment and acquisition programs, including systems integration and design
• Background in Defence domains such as Air, Maritime, Land, Space or Cyber
• Strong understanding of systems engineering lifecycles, including requirements management, traceability, CI hierarchies, and baselines
• Solid knowledge of enterprise data concepts including governance, architecture, modelling, and analytics
• Experience using Configuration/Data Management tools and PLM systems (e.g. DOORS, AMPS, CMT-U, NAVALLOW) and tailoring workflows to business needs
• Demonstrated experience delivering business improvement initiatives, including process mapping and re-engineering
• Eligible for ITAR clearance and able to obtain and maintain an NV1 Security Clearance

Desirable:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, IT, Computer Science or related discipline
• Defence industry experience in design, support, or sustainment environments
• Experience in data quality, integrity, and large-scale data analysis or integration
• Understanding of agile and waterfall lifecycles and their impact on configuration and data management
• Experience with digital engineering tools and data modelling approaches

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a NV1 Clearance or above should apply.

What we will offer you:

• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
• Flexible working
• Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
• Paid parental leave
• Income protection
• Corporate rewards
• Salary packaging/Novated leasing
• Employee stock purchase plans
• Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
• Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now!

Please note. Shortlisting will take place as applications are received, therefore the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.