Configuration Controller

The individual will be required to specify and ensure the application on configuration Management (CM), during the entire life cycle of systems, products and services. The configuration controller will support the organization and people in CM matters which will include CM Planning, CM Identifications, CM Control, and CM Status Accounting.

• Creation of the CMP as per customer requirements
• Provide training to the project/product team members in CM and IM related matters
• Participate in the Review of the project and product related Documents
• Ensure compliance of the project/product team members to GMS and Customer Requirements

• Prepare PBS of the System and Subsystem in liaison with the System Engineer
• Creation of Product/Project Baseline in accordance with the applicable CMP or SEMP

• Prepare the change for the CRB
• Convene CRB and participate as Secretary

• Track and ensure the implementation of the changes on baseline
• Creation of the Master Record Index

• Participate and support the project/product team in Customer Audit
• Ensure that the PCA, FCA and FAI is executed on the project/product

• Knowledge of the Configuration Management Processes and Implementation
• Knowledge and Understanding MRP and PLMC
• CM Industry Standards
• CMII will be an advantage
• Good knowledge of Saab Global Management System will be an advantage

• 5 years practical experience in Configuration Management on Senior level

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Professionalism and strong work ethic
• Oral and written communications skills
• High capacity to acquire, apply and share knowledge.
• Very good cooperation and communication skills.
• Attention to Detail
• Good analytical skills.
• Good leadership and communication skills.
• Good knowledge and understanding of CM tools and standards
• Good knowledge of systems, products and services including life cycle stages.
• Understanding of the working of the MRP

SGD will give preference to South African citizens and we also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.