ALIS Data Configuration Specialist

Job Title: Data Configuration Specialist

Location: RAF Marham, Monday- Thursday shifts – on site

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role

Salary: £40,087

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. 

What you’ll be doing :

The role is responsible for ensuring the accurate transfer and alignment of aircraft maintenance information between the Maintenance Control System (MCS) and the Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS). This includes coordinating and cross-referencing maintenance activities, maintaining the integrity and completeness of aircraft configuration and maintenance records, and supporting configuration management and issue resolution. Working closely with maintenance team leaders, the individual will help ensure maintenance packages progress in line with the Statement of Work while collaborating with colleagues across BAE Systems, the RAF, Royal Navy and Lockheed Martin to deliver effective outcomes and maintain system accuracy.

Core duties:

• Understanding of aircraft documentation and the importance of system of record integrity in support of continuing airworthiness
• Understanding of the Part 145 maintenance concept and approach
• Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship, ideally in Aeronautical Engineering, or Military equivalent apprenticeship / qualifications and/or time served practical experience within an aircraft maintenance organisation

The ALIS Data Management Team:

In this role you will support the UK F-35 Maintenance Facility based at RAF Marham. Working in affiliation with a 5th Generation military aircraft, the only of its kind in the UK you will be the forefront of cutting-edge defence technology. As a part of the ALIS Data Management team you will be working closely with both the Royal Navy and Royal Air Force as key customers.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 27th March 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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