Configuration Management Manager

Signia Aerospace is a global, integrated provider of high-performance systems and specialized components for the aerospace industry. Signia designs, manufactures, and services mission equipment, thermal management systems, engine technology, and propellers. Onboard Systems Hoist & Winch, located in Anaheim, CA, is a leading provider of Search & Rescue (SAR) and Human External Cargo (HEC) advanced mission equipment for civil, commercial, and military helicopters.

About the role

This position leads the configuration management function and oversees the Drafting and Engineering Services teams supporting engineering and product development activities. The role manages configuration data within Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and their integration with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to ensure data integrity, configuration control, and effective collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams. The position supports product lifecycle activities across a wide range of systems and configurations—from creation through obsolescence—including hardware, software, firmware, COTS, development, test, production, and fielded baselines. This role ensures configuration control and compliance with Quality Management System (QMS), technical, regulatory, and company requirements.

Location: Anaheim, CA (On-site)

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain configuration management policies, processes, and standards across the organization.
• Manage the Engineering Change Request (CR) and Change Order (CO) process.
• Lead and manage the Drafting team responsible for engineering drawings, CAD documentation, and revisions. Ensure drafting standards, drawing quality, and documentation compliance. Provide engineering services support for product documentation, BOM management, and technical documentation. (Understanding of ASME Y14.100 and ASME Y14.5M -1994 or later).
• Identify opportunities to improve configuration management, documentation workflows, and engineering services processes. Develop metrics and reporting for configuration control, change management, and documentation accuracy.
• Manage and mentor drafting and engineering services staff. Set team goals, performance metrics, and development plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely configuration updates.
• Execute/support configuration audits and reviews to ensure adherence to policy, plans, and applicable standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical field.
• 7–10+ years of experience in configuration management, engineering documentation, or product data management.
• 3–5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience with PLM systems (e.g., Siemens Teamcenter, Dassault ENOVIA, or similar).
• Strong understanding of engineering change management processes (ECR/ECO).
• Experience managing CAD drawing control and BOM structures.
• Must be able to read and interpret procedures required to meet the contractual requirements of the programs assigned.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoints, PDF editors).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including ability to work on a team.

Skills

• Configuration and product data management
• PLM and ERP system expertise
• Engineering change control
• Process improvement and documentation control
• Strong analytical and organizational skills

Pay

$130,000 - $140,000 per year

Schedule

Monday - Friday

Benefits

• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution matching
• Growth Participation Unit program (GPU) – cash rewards tied to company growth