Configuration Management, Manager
Job in
Tallassee, Elmore County, Alabama, 36078, USA
Listed on 2026-06-01
Listing for:
GKN Aerospace Services
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-01
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Apr 28, 2026
Location:
Tallassee, AL, US
Company: GKN Aerospace Careers
Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.
GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we're inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We're proud to play a part in protecting the world's democracies. And we're committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet.
With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.
Job Summary
The Configuration Management Specialist will lead cross-functional stakeholders to ensure that the configuration of all aerospace products is fully defined, traceable, and auditable for the complete lifecycle of a specific aerospace program. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of aerospace product configurations throughout their lifecycle. The candidate will be responsible for implementing and managing Configuration Management processes, with a specific focus on integrating and optimizing Product Data Lifecycle Management practices.
The Configuration Management Specialist will support operational and development Programs to enable and deliver zero defect projects utilizing superior engineering and problem-solving skills. The Configuration Management Specialist will keep an overview of all documents within multiple customer accounts. They will deliver robust, capable manufacturing process technology as it applies to both materials, tooling, part fabrication and assembly.
Job Responsibilities
Configuration Management
* Own and administer the Change Control Board (CCB) process for assigned programs, ensuring all changes are reviewed, authorized, documented, and controlled across the full program lifecycle.
* Plan, coordinate, and facilitate CCB activities, including meeting preparation, cross‑functional participation, action tracking, and decision documentation.
* Review, log, and manage change requests, assign ownership, and ensure evaluation against program, contractual, regulatory, and customer requirements.
* Lead cross‑functional impact assessments covering cost, schedule, tooling, labor, supply chain, and product configuration.
* Ensure governance compliance by verifying that no change is implemented without the appropriate documented approval.
* Maintain accurate, auditable configuration and change records with full traceability of decisions, owners, and status.
* Control changes affecting product definition, requirements, purchase orders, contracts, and supply chain to maintain alignment between technical and commercial commitments.
* Provide consolidated change status, risk visibility, and reporting to Program Directors and Program Managers.
* Ensure compliance with site, corporate, and industry standards including MIL STD 973, EIA 649, and ISO IEC 15288, maintaining audit readiness.
PLM Integration
* Integrate Product Data Lifecycle Management principles within the configuration management framework.
* Support and sponsor implementation of PLM tools and processes to improve data integrity, version control, and change efficiency.
Documentation and Data Qualit
* Establish and maintain controlled configuration documentation, baselines, and version control.
* Execute configuration data quality audits and compliance assessments.
* Ensure accuracy and alignment of EBOM and MBOM, including conditions of supply and approved substitutes.
Quality, Training, and Continuous Improvement
* Develop and execute configuration quality assurance processes and audits.
* Partner with engineering, manufacturing, procurement, programs, quality, and supply chain to ensure correct implementation of released engineering.
* Lead configuration and process improvement initiatives to reduce cost, improve quality, and increase operational efficiency.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
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