Configuration Management Supervisor

Kirkhill•Brea, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Configuration Management Lead / Supervisor is responsible for leading and overseeing all configuration management (CM) activities related to engineering documentation, systems, and processes within an aerospace manufacturing environment. This role provides strategic and operational leadership for configuration control, PLM administration, engineering change management, and technical data governance, while supervising CM personnel and ensuring compliance with internal procedures, customer requirements, and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and cross‑functional collaboration skills to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across the product lifecycle. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred (Equivalent experience may be considered).
Minimum 7-10 years of experience in configuration management, engineering, or manufacturing within an aerospace or regulated manufacturing environment.
Minimum 2-5 years of leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
Demonstrated experience with PLM systems and engineering change management processes.
Strong background in procedure development, process improvement, and cross‑functional collaboration.
Strong leadership, coaching, and decision‑making skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface effectively at all organizational levels.
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.
High ethical standards and professional integrity.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel) and related business systems.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and supervise the team, providing direction, performance feedback, training, and workload prioritization.
Establish goals, standard work, and best practices for the Configuration Management/Document Control function.
Serve as the primary point of contact for configuration management across Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Program Management.
Direct and oversee all configuration management and document control activities, ensuring accurate control of engineering documentation, product structures, and technical data throughout the product lifecycle.
Chair and lead the Change Control Board (CCB), ensuring engineering changes are complete, accurate, reviewed, approved, and fully implemented.
Oversee engineering change processes, ensuring timely execution, traceability, and compliance with internal and external requirements.
Own and oversee administration of the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, including: User accounts, access rights, and system governance Business processes and workflows (in collaboration with Engineering leadership) System training, documentation, and continuous improvement
Create, test, implement, and maintain PLM workflows, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Partner with IT and PLM vendors to coordinate system upgrades, enhancements, and issue resolution.
Ensure PLM data integrity and alignment between PLM and ERP systems, including BOM accuracy and consistency.
Serve as the focal point for all configuration management, technical data control, and data transfer processes.
Lead and support internal and external audits related to configuration management, technical data, and regulatory compliance.
Participate in the Engineering Jurisdiction and Classification team, supporting product classification in accordance with ITAR and other applicable regulations.
Maintain visibility and real‑time status of all engineering change requests and configuration activities.
Track metrics related to cycle time, accuracy, compliance, and workload.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and cross‑functional alignment.
Support special projects and initiatives as assigned by Engineering leadership.