Engineering PLM & Configuration Management Specialist

Sun Test Systems Inc.•Huntsville, AL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Sun Test Systems, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Configuration Management Specialist to manage engineering data and product configuration throughout the product lifecycle. The role connects Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management to ensure teams use the correct, approved product definition. It combines configuration control, engineering data management, change documentation, and practical support for design-to-production activities, with hands-on use of PTC Windchill PLM and working knowledge of PTC Creo Parametric. The specialist administers configuration management processes and product baselines, controls engineering records and revisions, maintains traceability, and coordinates engineering changes—including USG ECPs, ERRs, and NORs—with internal teams and government representatives. The role also supports configuration status accounting, verification and audits, and the transfer of designs and documentation into manufacturing. The position includes Creo Parametric mechanical design and drafting, maintaining associations between CAD data and Windchill structures, creating and updating models, assemblies, drawings, and BOMs, and resolving data or design issues affecting production. The specialist also supports engineering users through procedures and training materials for Creo, Windchill, and configuration management. The position is based in Huntsville, Alabama, and requires U.S. citizenship and compliance with applicable federal program requirements, including CUI and ITAR.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen and meet applicable federal program requirements, including CUI and ITAR.
Proficiency in Creo/Pro-E; SolidWorks experience may be considered.
Strong working knowledge of PTC Windchill PLM administration and functionality.
Experience administering PTC Windchill, including workflows, lifecycles, access controls, and system configuration.
Familiarity with Windchill PDMLink and CAD worker/publishing functionality.
Knowledge of mechanical design principles, system integration, and analysis techniques.
Understanding of industry standards and regulations such as ASME, ISO, and MIL-STD.
Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical abilities.
Strong hands-on prototyping skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to troubleshoot and analyze design issues in prototyping and production environments.
5–7 years of experience in mechanical design, CAD administration, PLM administration, and/or engineering configuration management.
Associate’s degree in engineering, mechanical technology, or a related field is required; relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems.
Familiarity with MIL-STD engineering documentation and configuration management requirements.
Experience with engineering change control, product baselines, and design release processes.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mechanical engineering technology, or a related field.
Experience with engineering configuration management practices in defense manufacturing.
Experience supporting electro-mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, pre-conditioned air, and/or power generation equipment.
Experience working with multi-site engineering teams and external engineering organizations.

Responsibilities

Administer and maintain engineering configuration management processes in accordance with company procedures, contractual requirements, and ISO 9001:2015.
Identify, revise, approve, release, and maintain engineering drawings, CAD models, specifications, BOMs, and related technical documents in Windchill.
Establish and maintain product configuration baselines throughout the product lifecycle.
Manage engineering document revision control and product configuration records in Windchill.
Maintain traceability between engineering requirements, product designs, released documentation, and approved engineering changes.
Verify consistency among engineering BOMs, CAD assemblies, drawings, and released manufacturing documentation.
Maintain accurate records of product configuration changes throughout the product lifecycle.
Coordinate configuration-change communication and implementation with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain.
Perform configuration status accounting and support configuration verification and audit activities.
Process, coordinate, track, and maintain USG ECPs, ERRs, and NORs, ensuring required documentation, reviews, approvals, and configuration changes are completed in accordance with contractual requirements and procedures.
Coordinate with Engineering, Program Management, Quality Assurance, and USG representatives on submission, review, approval, and implementation of ECPs, ERRs, and NORs.
Maintain records of USG configuration submissions, approval status, revision history, and implementation activities for traceability and contractual compliance.
Participate in USG ECP Review, PMR, and IPT meetings as required.
Support transfer of engineering designs and documentation from development into manufacturing.
Maintain relationships between Creo Parametric CAD models, drawings, assemblies, and Windchill part and product structures.
Perform mechanical design and drafting using Creo Parametric, including creating, modifying, and maintaining 3D models, assemblies, and engineering drawings.
Support design and development of mechanical and electro-mechanical components, assemblies, and systems.
Develop and modify engineering drawings with dimensions, tolerances, materials, finishes, and manufacturing requirements in accordance with engineering standards.
Support engineering design changes, product improvements, and modifications to existing products.
Review and update CAD models and drawings for accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance with engineering requirements.
Create and maintain engineering BOMs and CAD assembly structures consistent with design documentation and released product configurations.
Support engineering personnel in applying proper CAD data management practices within Windchill.
Identify and resolve CAD data management issues involving file references, assembly structures, model geometry, and product configurations.
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering to resolve design-related production issues.
Resolve Windchill and Creo data-related issues.
Assist in developing user procedures and training materials for Creo Parametric, Windchill data management, and engineering configuration management.