Configuration Management Engineer

Job PostingAirbus Helicopters is looking for a Configuration Management Engineer to join our Engineering Team in Grand Prairie, TX. In this role, you will be the lead on all configuration management as it relates to our aircraft Engineering processes, procedures, and oversight. You will also ensure that the product is designed to the required specification and conforms to the planned configuration.Our Engineers have the privilege of working on complex, highly engineered machines and are involved at all stages of the aircraft life cycle, from product development to manufacturing and direct support to our airline customers. If you're interested in designing, creating, and testing the present and future of Airbus products across the globe, join our mission to connect the world.A suburb just outside the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area is home to Airbus Helicopters U.S. regional headquarters, where we have more than 1,000 employees. Check out one of the seven professional sports teams that also call Dallas home - you may even see a special, custom Airbus helicopter dedicated to the Dallas Cowboys flying during home games.How we care for you:Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP")Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages.Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.Your Challenges:Configuration Control: 50%Configuration Baseline Management focal point for the interface towards all involved parties (e. g. offers, engineering, certification, production, airworthiness, customers and authorities)Responsible for the Configuration management control process / Configuration Management Plan.Executing Change Board activities in relation to Baseline ManagementIndependent creation and maintenance of the respective configurations (As To Be Built, ATBB) for the development phase and according to the customer order or engineering definition all along the product lifecycleCreation and maintenance of the sales options and design options in Core Product Data Management ToolContribute to process improvements with all stakeholders related to Configuration ManagementKeeping close links with centralized AH & AHI Group Configuration Management experts, processes, and best practices.Plan for and make prudent and cost effective choices in all configuration management activities throughout the design, production, and life cycle of the productEnsure that CM objectives align with the overall program and company objectivesEnsure that the CM deliverables meet the contractual, legal, company quality and production requirementsEnsure an effective configuration control process and efficient relationship with Program Management, other departments, partner companies, vendors and Customer representativesCompliance: 50%Implement required data structure for Export controlEnsure that all relevant company procedures are in place and meet applicable requirements;Ensure that all configuration data are always accurate, valid, and available;Ensure the timely implementation of all relevant changes in the aircraft or product configuration baseline and MRP database;Support all other departments effectively communicating configuration information among diverse data bases in an integrated data environment;Your Boarding Pass (Required):Bachelor's Degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or a comparable field of study or equivalent experienceSeven (7) years of experience doing configuration management in an aerospace environment at least some of which must be in Engineering. Experience in a PDM/CAD environmentDetailed working knowledge of configuration management principles and processes per MIL-HDBK-61, ANSI/EIA-649, CMII or equivalent standards.Knowledge of existing PLM and ERP systems (e.g. Windchill, SAP, VPM, ARAS, CAMEO)Ability to use mainframe and PC computers, and associated hardware and software (MS Office or Google especially Excel and Word or Google docs and Google sheets), SAP (Module MM, PP, Outlook or Gmail).10% Domestic and International travelMust be a US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license)Preferred Education/Skills:Master's Degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering or a comparable field of studyKnowledge of and working experience with Airbus Group products, processes and requirements is a plus.Ability to obtain a security clearance is desired.Technical expertise in relation to product development is a plusPhysical Requirements:Onsite or remote: 80% OnsiteVision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. DailyHearing: able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms. DailySpeaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. DailyEquipment Operation: able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment. DailyCarrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10 lbs dailyLifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 10 lbs dailyPushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. OccasionallySitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer. DailySquatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. DailyStanding: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor. DailyTravel: able to travel independently and at short notice. Average 6 trips per yearWalking: able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. DailyPPE required: Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visits, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.Take your career to a new level and apply now!A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.Airbus Helicopters, Inc.Employment Type: US - Direct HireExperience Level: ProfessionalRemote Type: On-siteJob Family: Configuration Management Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or