Configuration Management Analyst

American Rheinmetall; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall is seeking a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Change Analyst in Auburn Hills, MI to support PLM tools and processes. The role collaborates with engineering and manufacturing teams to manage changes, part/BOM maintenance, and release activities.

You will interface with cross‑functional teams, prepare change plans, assess impacts, and facilitate Change Board meetings, contributing to regulated environments and defense programs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct product configuration management experience in complex products.
• 2+ years in a highly regulated environment (Automotive, DOD, aerospace).
• Familiar with PLM and data management tools including TeamCenter.

Responsibilities

• Perform PLM work managing lifecycles, Part/ BOM/ Engineering Changes, and software release configurations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement changes and ensure traceability.
• Assess impact of a change and conduct readiness assessments; develop implementation plans.
• Create change plans to maximize employee adoption and minimize resistance.
• Facilitate Change Board meetings, prepare agendas, and record minutes.

Skills

PLM knowledge

Change management

Cross-functional communication

Microsoft Office

Education

AA/AS or BA/BS in technical discipline

Tools

Teamcenter

Job description

American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets at the speed of need. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world.

The Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Change Analyst is a key role within the Configuration Management organization. Looking for a highly motivated Change Analyst to support product lifecycle management tools and processes. Candidates should be able to operate at scale and adapt to client’s dynamic needs in the PLM space. This role will work collaboratively with cross‑functional team members to deliver significant results.

This position is a key interface to cross‑functional organizations like engineering and manufacturing.

Located in Auburn Hills, MI

Essential Functions

• Perform work in customer’s PLM environment managing all lifecycles and Change Requirements
• Work with cross functional team members to assist with Part/BOM/Engineering Changes and Software Lifecycle
• Actively interface with cross‑functional teams to achieve results
• Collect, compile and interpret product data
• Be responsible to manage transactional day‑to‑day PLM activities for Part Number, drawing release, ECN (Engineering Change Notice), BOM (Bill of Material) releases and software release configuration management
• Attention to part attribution and approver workflow
• Assessing the impact of a change – Evaluating the potential impact of proposed changes, and conducting impact and change readiness assessments
• Creating plans – Developing strategies and operational plans to maximize employee adoption and minimize resistance
• Supporting employees – Meeting with employees to guide them through the change process, and ensuring they feel comfortable with the changes
• Coordinating activities – Supporting the coordination of change activities across different departments and teams, ensuring alignment and clear communication
• Soliciting feedback – Actively soliciting feedback from people at all levels of the project, and then applying that feedback moving forward
• Facilitates Change Board Meetings with stakeholders when necessary. Creates meeting agendas and keeps track of meeting minutes

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing)

• 5+ years of direct product configuration management experience (Product structure, parts, drawings, software, and requirements management experience highly desired).
• 2+ years of experience working in a highly regulated environment (Automotive, DOD, aerospace, etc.).
• Experience with toolsets for configuration management in complex products.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiar with configuration management principles and practices.
• Familiar with product lifecycle management (PLM) and/or data management tools including TeamCenter.

Education

• AA/AS or BA/BS in a related technical or liberal arts discipline.

Experience

• 2+ years’ experience using Teamcenter
• 3 years’ experience supporting Defense or Automotive Industry Programs desired

Background Prerequisites

• Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of Configuration Management Standards and regulations desired

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

With or without reasonable accommodations, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time. Occasional travel to Europe may be required.