Configuration Control Specialist

MTU Maintenance Fort Worth; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Gym membership

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

MTU Maintenance Fort Worth is seeking a detail-oriented Configuration Control Specialist to manage engine configuration data for shop visits and maintain accurate documentation. You will ensure compliance with OEM standards and regulatory requirements while interfacing between engineering, production, and quality teams.

You will work within a global MTU data framework, tracking Service Bulletins and approved scopes, and supporting audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in configuration management within aviation, MRO, or aerospace manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with OEM documentation (CMM, AMM, IPC), SBs, and FAA/EASA regulations.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems; digital maintenance platforms preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel internationally for training and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage engine configuration data for each shop visit, ensuring OEM/regulatory compliance and customer specs.
• Apply and track configuration changes based on Service Bulletins and approved work scopes.
• Maintain/update configuration systems (SAP or equivalent) across MTU sites.
• Prepare configuration reports and documentation for audits and customers.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality to resolve discrepancies.
• Support global data consistency by using a common database and training others.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Multi-site experience

Education

Bachelors in Aerospace/Machanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Digital maintenance platforms

Job description

MTU Maintenance Fort Worth is part of the world’s largest independent jet engine MRO company based in Germany providing aftermarket and OEM-licensed engine maintenance services worldwide. As a part of MTU Aero Engines, with over 80 years of experience in the design, development, and production of jet engine components, modules, and engines; MTU Maintenance is a global network of over 4,000 employees with over 35 years of experience in the MRO market.

MTU provides maintenance from targeted hospital visits to complete overhauls on over 30+ commercial aero engine and industrial gas turbine lines and has completed more than 18,000 shop visits for over 1,400 customers worldwide. Within this Global network, MTU Maintenance Dallas provides hospital shop and on-site maintenance services.

MTU Maintenance Fort Worth Inc.

Configuration Control Specialist

• Location Fort Worth
• Starter area Engineering and Technology
• Target group Professionals
• Contract type Full-Time
• Job ID 1896

We are seeking a detail-oriented Configuration Control Specialist to join our Powerplant Engineering team. This role is responsible for managing configuration control for all aircraft engine shop visits and ensuring accurate system administration of engine data and documentation. The specialist will maintain compliance with OEM standards, regulatory requirements, and internal processes, acting as the key interface between engineering, production, and quality for configuration-related matters.

The team operates across multiple MTU locations using one common database, ensuring global consistency and data integrity for all engine configurations. Configuration control is driven by the proper application and tracking of Service Bulletins, which define the approved changes and standards for each engine.

Your tasks

• Manage engine configuration data for each shop visit, ensuring compliance with OEM standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.
• Apply and track configuration changes based on Service Bulletins and approved work scopes, ensuring accurate incorporation into maintenance processes.
• Maintain and update configuration systems (SAP or equivalent) for accurate data across all MTU sites.
• Prepare configuration reports and documentation for audits and customers.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Support global consistency by working within a common database and providing training on best practices.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in configuration management within aviation, MRO, or aerospace manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with OEM documentation (CMM, AMM, IPC), Service Bulletins (SBs), and regulatory requirements (FAA/EASA).
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems; experience with digital maintenance platforms preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented, and multi-site environment.
• Willingness to travel internationally for training and collaboration.

We offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and STD insurance are effective immediately
• Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-paid LTD and Life / AD&DD insurance
• 401k with employer matching up to 2% with an additional discretionary contribution to 1% provided from the employer
• Paid 2 weeks of Vacation, paid 10 days of PTO & Holidays
• Annual Tuition Reimbursement
• Monthly $30 Gym Membership Reimbursement

MTU Maintenance Fort Worth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.

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