Configuration Management Specialist II/III

About the role

Join our dynamic team as a Configuration Management Specialist to manage the documentation, tracking, and control of our technical and operational configurations. This role ensures that all engineering, systems, software, and hardware changes are properly documented, evaluated, and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute configuration management plans for engineering programs, ensuring alignment with company standards
• Evaluate and route engineering change requests (ECRs), ensuring they are properly documented, reviewed, approved, and communicated across teams
• Manage and lead configuration control meetings (CCB), including scheduling, agenda setting, and driving decisions to close
• Assess risk and impact of proposed design changes and communicate findings to decision-makers
• Ensure data accuracy and traceability in all configuration documentation, including change requests and implementation checklists
• Review technical documents for completeness and determine required corrective follow-up
• Maintain configuration data throughout the product lifecycle to ensure compliance with release standards
• Prepare and validate configuration data required for major design gate reviews (PDR, CDR, FRR)
• Model best practices in SolidWorks PDM and recommend workflow adjustments to improve efficiency
• Develop and provide training to promote effective management processes
• Identify and contribute to process improvements that enhance configuration accuracy and efficiency
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and regulations (AS9100, EIA-649, MIL-STD-973, ISO-9001, ITAR/EAR)

Requirements

• Associate degree in a related field
• 2–5 years of experience in configuration management or a similar role
• Understanding of configuration management principles and product development processes
• Experience with PLM or PDM tools for configuration management
• Strong analytical skills and close attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate data into clear recommendations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to build trust and work professionally across teams

Qualifications

• U.S. Person required due to access to export-controlled data

Skills

• Aerospace industry experience
• Technical writing experience
• SolidWorks PDM proficiency
• Experience with ERP systems

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more
• 401k with company-match
• 4 weeks of paid time off each year
• 12 annual company holidays