Spirit AeroSystems · 3 days ago
Configuration Management Specialist
Wichita, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$73K/yr - $112K/yr
5+ years expSpirit AeroSystems, Inc. is a subsidiary of The Boeing Company, focusing on the design and manufacture of commercial aerostructures. The Configuration Management Specialist will develop and implement policies for product configuration control and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop, document, and coordinate implementation of policies, processes, practices, procedures, standards, and specifications for control of Product Configuration Information and baseline product and program configuration information, and changes thereto, related to development, test, manufacture, and production of products, systems, and equipment (i.e., working knowledge of EIA-649 and EIA-649-1 is essential)
Create configuration management plans, including technical and management processes, for unique program/product requirements in accordance with customer, company, and regulatory requirements
Verify that product configuration, subcontract deliverables, and prime contract deliverables are in compliance with applicable requirements
Review and coordinate with other disciplines, customers, regulatory agencies, and subcontractors to monitor compliance with customer, company, and regulatory requirements
Apply knowledge of external standard development organizations (e.g., AS9100, SAE, ASME, DOD, etc.) and the company's internal governance structures, policies, and procedures
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED with 8+ years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's Degree with 5-7+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's Degree with 2-4+ years of relevant experience
2-4+ years of configuration management and control within a manufacturing environment including derivative product definition data
Preferred
Proficient with Microsoft office products
Experience with CATIA, Enovia, 3DExperience, and/or SAP
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and 3D models
Auditing or working within an audit team to confirm compliance with documented procedures
Leadership experience / ability to effectively drive results from start to finish in a dynamic environment
Great attitude, willingness to learn, and being flexible
Customer interface and cross-functional project management
Benefits
$5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years.
Company
Spirit AeroSystems
Spirit AeroSystems is a manufacturer of aerostructures for commercial airplanes, defense platforms, and business or regional jets.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$2.3BKey Investors
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2024-07-01Acquired
2023-11-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2023-11-07Post Ipo Equity· $200M
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Patrick M. Shanahan
President & Chief Executive Officer
Irene Esteves
Chief Financial Officer
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