Data Architecture / DOORS Specialist

Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security and Aerospace sectors, is currently seeking a Data Architecture / DOORS Specialist to join their team in Yeovil. This is a contract position with an initial duration of six months, with potential extension up to nine months. The specialist will play a crucial role in supporting the implementation of the DOORS toolset for the NMH Pre-contract & Programme execution. The primary goal is to establish a coherent DOORS environment for the setup and delivery of the NMH programme and create templates and guidelines for using DOORS across all programmes.Key Responsibilities:Working within an Integrated Project Team (IPT) environment, providing cross-functional support and expertise on the use and implementation of DOORSKnowledge Transfer to the NMH IPT Functional leads, through: Generation and delivery of bespoke trainingProvision of on-call tool/process support to the project teamProduction of material and provision of guidance and training to the wider IPT team in: Use, promotion, and adoption of DOORS and a data-centric mindset within the IPTDocumentation of the DOORS data structure, including: Use of consistent attributes and viewsLink relationshipsConfiguration setup of IBM DOORS Classic database architecture to enable: Management of the entire project scope requirements and deliverablesImplementation of requirements allocation to the Product Work Breakdown Structure (PWBS) and Organisation Breakdown Structure (OBS)Capturing progressive requirements acceptance and reporting supporting evidenceEstablishment and administration of data access controlsTracking project change effectivelyAdministration general: Support the implementation of Programme IPT dashboards using the DOORS to PowerBI interfacesSupport establishing a data exchange policy with wider teams in other geographiesCustomisation of DXL attributes and views for traceable informationCustomisation of company DXL documentation generation scriptsGeneration and maintenance of requirements management programme plansImplementation of requirements management policies and plansIntegration of change control process within configuration management policiesEnsuring bi-directional traceability throughout the project's lifecycleJob Requirements:Must Have:Highly experienced in systems engineering approach implementationExperience of working with major defence contractors and/or large defence projectsExperience in developing data models/schema for integrating data between DOORs and related toolsExpert DOORs userExpert in data translation mechanisms for data interfacingNice to Have:Excellent presentational skillsProvision of training for single and multiple audiencesBasic DXL customisation for improved data analysis and viewingAppreciation and experience in tool capabilities (DOORs)Knowledge of acquisition philosophies/frameworksExperience with change management proceduresIf you are an experienced Data Architecture / DOORS Specialist looking for your next contract in the Defence & Security or Aerospace industry, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's dynamic team in Yeovil and contribute to impactful projects in this specialised field.TPBN1_UKTJ