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 DOORS
Knowledge Transfer to the NMH IPT Functional leads, through: Generation and delivery of bespoke training
Provision of on-call tool/process support to the project team

Production 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 IPT
Documentation of the DOORS data structure, including: Use of consistent attributes and views
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Configuration setup of IBM DOORS Classic database architecture to enable: Management of the entire project scope requirements and deliverables
Implementation of requirements allocation to the Product Work Breakdown Structure (PWBS) and Organisation Breakdown Structure (OBS)
Capturing progressive requirements acceptance and reporting supporting evidence
Establishment and administration of data access controls
Tracking project change effectively

Administration general: Support the implementation of Programme IPT dashboards using the DOORS to PowerBI interfaces
Support establishing a data exchange policy with wider teams in other geographies
Customisation of DXL attributes and views for traceable information
Customisation of company DXL documentation generation scripts
Generation and maintenance of requirements management programme plans
Implementation of requirements management policies and plans
Integration of change control process within configuration management policies
Ensuring bi-directional traceability throughout the project's lifecycle

Job Requirements:

Must Have:
Highly experienced in systems engineering approach implementation
Experience of working with major defence contractors and/or large defence projects
Experience in developing data models/schema for integrating data between DOORs and related tools
Expert DOORs user
Expert in data translation mechanisms for data interfacing

Nice to Have:
Excellent presentational skills
Provision of training for single and multiple audiences
Basic DXL customisation for improved data analysis and viewing
Appreciation and experience in tool capabilities (DOORs)
Knowledge of acquisition philosophies/frameworks
Experience with change management procedures

If 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.

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