Manager, Configuration Management

About the role

The Configuration Management and Data Management (CMDM) organization is responsible for ensuring our products are under configuration control and delivered on time. The CMDM Organization consists of multiple disciplines that support engineering, our program offices, and our customers. The Effectors Configuration Management department is looking for an individual to perform the role of Manager, Configuration Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead Configuration Verification Activities: Oversee execution of CM processes, including identification, control, verification, and status accounting for systems and equipment, with a focus on ensuring accurate configuration data through tools like PDM and the Common As Built System (CABS).
• Utilize PDM, PRISM and CABS for Configuration Accuracy: Leverage PRISM to manage program data and CABS to validate as-built configurations against design baselines in PDM, ensuring alignment with organizational and contractual requirements. This includes conducting detailed comparisons, identifying discrepancies, and ensuring that all changes are accurately reflected in the product configuration throughout the lifecycle.
• Mentorship and Cross-Functional Guidance: Provide mentorship and guidance to CM team members while driving cross-functional alignment and implementing best practices across programs.
• Engineering Change Coordination: Review and analyze released engineering change data, validate incorporation into manufacturing work instructions, and coordinate updates between engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and data control teams, ensuring seamless integration into PRISM and CABS.
• Audit and Compliance Assurance: Conduct and/or lead configuration audits, resolve data discrepancies, and ensure compliance with CM plans, command media, and contractual obligations.
• Baseline Management and Data Integrity: Establish and maintain product baselines while ensuring data accuracy across systems like PRISM and CABS throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management, Operations Management, or a related discipline) or equivalent experience. 8 years of professional experience, Configuration Management experience preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, 12 years of professional experience, Configuration Management, Configuration Verification, or Quality Assurance experience preferred.
• Experience with databases (SAP, ERP, PDM, CABS, PRISM, and/or other related databases).
• Experience with MSOffice (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

What We Offer

• Compensation
• Healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits
• Career development and recognition programs