Sr. Configuration Management Leader

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The Sr. Configuration Management Engineer is responsible for aerospace configuration management systems and processes. The engineer will manage the entire process from change initiation to customer approval to final release. Establish and maintain configuration management processes to ensure compliance with internal and customer requirements. Will lead cross‑functional teams, drive continuous improvement, and ensure regulatory compliance within the aviation sector.

• Define and document configuration items and documentation such as engineering drawings and specifications.
• Develop and maintain configuration management policies, procedures, and guidelines aligned with industry standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001), regulatory requirements (e.g., FAA, EASA), and company objectives for aircraft systems, components, and software.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, and technical support teams to define configuration requirements, document specifications, and maintain configuration data repositories (e.g., PLM systems, CMMS tools).
• Implement and maintain version control systems for hardware ensuring traceability of changes and adherence to internal and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the establishment and maintenance of configuration baselines, version control, and change management processes for aircraft design, manufacturing, maintenance, and operational activities, ensuring accurate documentation and traceability.
• Develop and enforce change management processes for modifying configurations including submission, review, approval, and implementation of changes.
• Maintain accurate records including status, location, and history of configuration items, using configuration management databases.
• Other duties as assigned.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Independence, KS