Configuration Management, Manager

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace configuration management, with exposure to manufacturing or engineering configuration.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100, MIL‑STD‑973 / EIA‑649, and aerospace regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and attention‑to‑detail skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work effectively across functions.
• Able to accommodate up to 10% of travel in this role per business needs.
• U.S. Person as defined by ITAR.

• Configuration Management certification preferred.
• Project management capability; familiarity with scheduling and planning tools.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience.
• Aerostructures experience (metallics and/or composites).
• Intermediate to advanced experience with PDLM/MRP systems (e.g., CATIA/ENOVIA) and MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Project).
• Proven continuous‑improvement mindset with strong personal leadership, judgment, collaboration, and influencing skills.
• Self‑starter with a results‑driven, high‑energy approach and strong professional work ethic.