Senior Configuration Management Lead – Aerospace Programs

GKN Aerospace; Tallassee (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Aerospace in Tallassee, AL, is seeking a Configuration Management Specialist to lead cross-functional stakeholders to ensure fully defined, traceable configurations across lifecycle of a program. You will implement and manage CM processes, integrate PLM practices, maintain auditable records, and ensure compliance with MIL STD 973, EIA 649, ISO IEC 15288.

Travel up to 10% may be required. A Bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline and 5+ years of CM experience are expected, along

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace configuration management, with exposure to manufacturing or engineering configuration.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100, MIL‑STD‑973 / EIA‑649, and aerospace regulatory requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work effectively across functions.
• Able to accommodate up to 10% of travel in this role per business needs.
• U.S. Person as defined by ITAR.

Responsibilities

• Own and administer the Change Control Board (CCB) process for assigned programs, ensuring all changes are reviewed, authorized, documented, and controlled across the full program lifecycle.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate CCB activities, including meeting preparation, cross‑functional participation, action tracking, and decision documentation.
• Review, log, and manage change requests, assign ownership, and ensure evaluation against program, contractual, regulatory, and customer requirements.
• Lead cross‑functional impact assessments covering cost, schedule, tooling, labor, supply chain, and product configuration.
• Ensure governance compliance by verifying that no change is implemented without the appropriate documented approval.
• Maintain accurate, auditable configuration and change records with full traceability of decisions, owners, and status.
• Control changes affecting product definition, requirements, purchase orders, contracts, and supply chain to maintain alignment between technical and commercial commitments.
• Provide consolidated change status, risk visibility, and reporting to Program Directors and Program Managers.
• Ensure compliance with site, corporate, and industry standards including MIL STD 973, EIA 649, and ISO IEC 15288, maintaining audit readiness.

Skills

Effective communication

Configuration management

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline

Tools

PDLM/MRP systems

CATIA/ENOVIA

MS Office tools

Job description

GKN Aerospace in Tallassee, AL, is seeking a Configuration Management Specialist to lead cross-functional stakeholders to ensure fully defined, traceable configurations across lifecycle of a program. You will implement and manage CM processes, integrate PLM practices, maintain auditable records, and ensure compliance with MIL STD 973, EIA 649, ISO IEC 15288.

Travel up to 10% may be required. A Bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline and 5+ years of CM experience are expected, along