Configuration Management Specialist/Engineer

**Job Description Summary**

A Configuration Management Specialist (aka Configuration Manager) is responsible for actively managing engineering design data throughout a product’s lifecycle in accordance with program requirements. This position will support GE Aviation Engineering Power groups located in Pompano Beach, FL and Bohemia, NY.

In this role, you will assist with providing consistency between the product and its configuration information and establishment of Configuration Management Plan (CMP) for assigned programs. Product categories include documents, hardware, software, tools, materials, processes, and systems. Primarily functioning as a change administrator in accordance with the 5 Pillars of CM, this role ensures any changes to product information are identified, approved, verified, and recorded in sufficient detail to produce and support the product throughout its life cycle.

**Job Description**

**Roles & Responsibilities**

+ Chairperson for Configuration Control Board (CCB)

+ Process and monitor engineering changes

+ Evaluate/implement Design & Bill of Material changes & coordinate the introduction of the change within engineering and manufacturing environment

+ Technical point of contact for day-to-day activities related to processing both hardware and software assets

+ Provide back-up support for PM / Data Managers for Contract Data Requirement Lists (CDRL) & other CM/DM duties

+ Monitor and update data in company PDM/MRP environment

+ Support Physical/Functional Configuration Audits

+ Support CM Supervisor as required

+ Travel as required

**Required Qualifications**

+ Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with a minimum of 6 years of experience in Configuration Management.

+ High School Diploma with a minimum of 10 years of experience in Configuration Management.

**Desired Characteristics**

+ Strong software confirmation management experience with DO-254 is strongly preferred.

+ Experience with Windchill Product Data Management (PDM) or other Enterprise data management tool

+ Prior experience managing commercial and military programs

+ Able to read engineering design blueprints and schematics

+ Experience in a Military/Aviation Engineering environment

+ Clear, concise oral and written communication skills

+ Strong interpersonal/ customer service skills

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

+ Ability to learn quickly and deal with a changing environment

This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Citizens. GE will require proof of status.

The base pay range for this position is $90,800 - $135,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on November 29, 2024.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs ( _i.e_ ., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

_This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government._

**Additional Information**

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

**Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes