General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Configuration Mgmt Specialist IV

Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field; 10+ years of experience preferred.
  • General understanding of configuration management principles and regulations.
  • Ability to identify and develop solutions for diverse problems.
  • Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills for documentation and reporting.
  • Interpersonal skills to influence various organizational levels, including senior management.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

  • Administer configuration management activities for engineering documents, parts, and BOMs.
  • Maintain procedures for processing engineering documents to ensure policy compliance.
  • Coordinate engineering change data with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams.
  • Review notifications for accuracy in contractual reporting requirements.
  • Maintain procedures for record storage, retention, and destruction according to regulatory requirements.
  • Participate in change control meetings as needed.
  • Work safely while adhering to established practices and procedures.

Benefits

  • 9x80 work schedule with every other Friday off.
  • Opportunities to work on high-technology and innovative projects.
  • Diverse working environment that appreciates varied backgrounds.
  • Involvement in cutting-edge projects related to defense and aerospace technologies.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Under general supervision, this position coordinates and administers assigned configuration management activities relative to identification, control, and accounting for systems and/or equipment in accordance with contractual requirements. Monitors procedures for assigned organization and recommends changes to engineering documents for assigned programs. Develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Reviews released engineering change data and coordinates changes with engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and engineering data control activities. Ensures change accounting activity is in compliance with configuration management policies.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Administers configuration management activities related to identification, control and accounting for engineering documents, parts and BOMS for systems and/or equipment in accordance with contractual requirements.
  • Maintains procedures to implement and process engineering documents for all assigned projects to ensure compliance with policies and scheduling requirements.
  • Participates in reviewing engineering change data and coordinates changes with engineering, quality assurance and manufacturing to ensure compliance with customer requirements and Company policy.
  • Reviews work project notifications to assure the accuracy of current contractual reporting requirements.
  • Maintains procedures for storage, retention and destruction of company records, processing, filming, storing and retrieving current and historical design, technical and programmatic documents according to project, customer and company practices and requirements.
  • May participate in change control meetings.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
  • Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating practices and procedures.
  • Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.
  • We operate on a 9x80 schedule with every other Friday off

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a related discipline and ten or more years of related experience. Equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
  • Must have a general understanding of configuration management concepts and principles, related governmental rules and regulations and experience demonstrating a general application of those concepts and principles
  • The ability to identify issues and develop solutions to a variety of problems of diverse scope and complexity.
  • Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings to a variety of audiences including senior management and senior external parties.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to influence all levels of employees, including senior managers.
  • The ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • The ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications ( Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint ).
  • Familiarity with tools like Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools.
  • Experience in industries like aerospace, defense, or manufacturing is often preferred.
  • Familiarity with CM standards such as SAE EIA-649, MIL-HDBK-61, ISO 100007.
  • Familiarity with AS9100, ISO-9001 and EAR/ITAR requirements.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance is required.
  • Good communication, documentation, presentation and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of employees and management;
  • Ability to represent the organization on proposal matters with external customers. Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
  • Must be willing to work extended hours to meet deadlines and increase probability of project success.
  • Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required.

About General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading designer and manufacturer of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike capabilities. The company is headquartered in Poway, California, and has additional offices and facilities around the world.
Learn more about General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc
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14,000 employees
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Founded
1955

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