Configuration Analyst

About the Role

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading organization in the aviation and aerospace industry to hire a detail-oriented Configuration Analyst who thrives on accuracy, organization, and collaboration. This role supports mission-critical aerospace programs by maintaining configuration control, managing engineering documentation, and ensuring compliance with customer and contractual requirements. The work helps preserve product integrity, streamline engineering change processes, and enable cross-functional teams to successfully deliver advanced aerospace solutions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the preparation of project documentation, including engineering drawings, production specifications, schedules, and contract modifications.
• Review contracts and program requirements to determine documentation needs throughout each project phase.
• Analyze proposed engineering and product design changes to assess overall system impact.
• Coordinate modification records and maintain configuration control processes.
• Create and manage change orders, authorization packages, and supporting documentation.
• Review and analyze released engineering change data while coordinating updates across engineering, manufacturing, quality, support, and data control teams.
• Establish and maintain configuration baselines and program documentation throughout the product lifecycle.
• Perform document revision audits to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and internal engineering standards.
• Conduct configuration audits on established baselines and documentation sets.
• Enter part numbers and documentation into ERP/MRP systems such as Costpoint.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation prior to release.
• Support documentation release processes through PLM systems such as Teamcenter.
• Generate and maintain documentation supporting internal stakeholders.
• Route documentation for review and approval through systems including SharePoint and Sightline.
• Maintain procedures governing document storage, retention, and destruction.
• Distribute and track engineering documentation for manufacturing and shop floor operations.
• Support additional configuration management activities and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, OR Master's degree with 1+ year of relevant experience. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Demonstrated experience applying Configuration Management principles.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work with engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
• Experience working within a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of Configuration Management experience.
• Experience utilizing PLM platforms such as Teamcenter.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as Costpoint or SAP.
• Strong understanding of Configuration Management methodologies and best practices.
• Ability to prioritize work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively on cross-functional teams.
• Excellent presentation, written, verbal, and listening communication skills.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptability in dynamic program environments with changing priorities.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 9/80 schedule.

Pay

$82.10 per hour.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Paid sick leave and other paid leave required by federal, state, or local law
• Holiday pay where applicable

Benefit offerings provide flexibility to choose coverage that meets individual needs.

Location

San Diego, CA 92121

Employment Type

Full-time contract, 12 months.

Regulatory Requirements

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies to U.S. Persons (including U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees) or to certain foreign nationals who have received an export license.