Configuration Management Engineer

Your Mission

We are looking for Configuration Management Engineer to join our team supporting EUMETSAT in Darmstadt, Germany. You will contribute to the Copernicus Programme, providing Change and Configuration Management support across the development, maintenance and operation of critical systems and services.

Tasks and activities

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Drive effective Configuration Management, identifying issues and recommending practical improvements.
• Strengthen CM processes and standards by reviewing plans, policies, procedures and working practices.
• Maintain accurate configuration data for software and hardware Configuration Items (CIs), including roles and access privileges.
• Manage change control activities and ensuring changes are effectively tracked and governed.
• Deliver clear configuration insights through Configuration Status Accounting, reports, metrics and KPIs.
• Lead configuration audits and inspections to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Enhance CM tools and processes, including those supporting Ground Segment development and IVV activities.
• Support key project milestones by contributing to formal and test reviews.
• Empower users through hands-on support and training.
• Provide Configuration Management expertise across Copernicus development, maintenance and operational activities.

What we’re looking for

Ideally, you will have:

• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical field.
• Strong experience in Change and Configuration Management for large-scale, software-intensive systems, ideally in a 24/7 operational environment.
• Hands-on experience across the software configuration lifecycle, including source control, build, packaging and deployment.
• Experience managing software, hardware and documentation Configuration Items (CIs).
• Proficiency with CM tools such as Micro Focus Dimensions CM, ClearCase or ClearQuest.
• Knowledge of software development standards, testing methodologies and anomaly/non-conformity management.
• Experience with Java or C++, together with SQL.
• Strong communication and reporting skills, with experience supporting and training end users.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Why make the move?

• Make an impact where it matters. Contribute to high profile projects supporting organisations such as ESA, EUMETSAT, the European Commission, NATO and national defence programmes.
• Work alongside some of Europe's brightest minds. Join an international team of experts who thrive on collaboration, innovation and solving complex challenges that deliver real-world results.
• Grow beyond a single project. Join a growing international organisation and broaden your experience across a variety of projects and technical disciplines.
• Invest in your future. Benefit from ongoing training, mentoring and professional development opportunities designed to support both your personal and professional growth.
• Join a company that puts people first. Guided by our values of Integrity, Inspiration, Care and Collaboration, we offer a supportive culture, flexible working arrangements.