Manager, Configuration Information (CF34/CFM56 Business Unit)

StandardAero; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Configuration Information Manager, where you will lead a team dedicated to maintaining and improving critical technical configuration control systems. This role involves ensuring that all technical product data is integrated timely and accurately while providing training and support to users. With a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement, you will play a vital role in enhancing operational efficiency. The company offers a supportive environment focused on professional growth, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to excellence in the aerospace industry. Embrace this opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic field.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare

Pension plan with 100% company match

Paid Time Off starting on day one

Bonus opportunities

Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Learning & Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or Computer Science required.
• Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Configuration Management team for effective product configuration data.
• Coordinate with OEM suppliers to integrate latest configuration data.

Skills

Technical Product Configuration Control

Analytical Skills

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Decision Making

Communication Skills

Planning and Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Power BI

MS Office

Production Management Computer Systems

Job description

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.

As a CF34/CFM56 Business Unit Configuration Information Manager, you will lead the maintenance, improvement and training of mission critical technical configuration control and related information systems used in production. You will be responsible for ensuring that all relevant OEM and StandardAero technical product data is integrated into our configuration control system in a timely manner. You will coordinate requests for improvements to technical configuration control data, while coordinating with the central systems applications group to define requirements, and ensure system changes are incorporated and training is deployed to all affected users.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the Configuration Management team to ensure the effective, accurate, and timely implementation of product configuration data.
• Coordinate with OEM suppliers of configuration data to ensure latest information is integrated into StandardAero systems.
• Ensure all StandardAero generated technical data is controlled and distributed to the appropriate users.
• Control the user base of controlled technical data and related business systems.
• Manage and ensure data integrity of technical configuration control systems including Power BI, SQL tables, etc.
• Develop informational literature and user manuals and assist in the development of training material for technology-based or other business solutions.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert on technical configuration control and related production business applications.
• Provide training on new and existing technical configuration control and related applications; functionally manage on-the-job training activities for these applications.
• Participate in the appropriate management team(s), assisting with the development and realization of strategic plans, budgets, goals and outcomes.
• Interact with the business unit strategic groups to select, manage, and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives.
• Continuously monitor quality and efficiency within the business using data (FAI, Doc Tracking, PQC) for improvement opportunities across the business unit from a direct and support point of view.
• Support the Quality function with related quality assurance activities to ensure compliance and integrity of the Quality System (e.g. Records Management).
• Carry out special projects as assigned.

The Skills you will use:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or Computer Science; recognized professional accounting designation; or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of technical product configuration control requirements and related business systems.
• Strong planning, organizational, analytical, leadership, interpersonal, decision making, oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office application environment (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Thorough knowledge of ISO 9000/AS9110 quality management system standards.
• Thorough knowledge of business process improvement methodologies (CI, Lean, Redesign, etc.)
• Experience in systems analysis or business applications development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in a manufacturing or aerospace environment, or airline maintenance.
• Thorough knowledge of company policy manuals, work instructions, company processes and other internal procedures.
• Familiarity with SBU products and supporting technical publications.
• Working knowledge of production management computer systems (SA Menu).

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• Pension plan with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.