Configuration Management Specialist (Aerospace)

Location: Tempe - 1515 W 17th St, Tempe, AZ 85281 (On-site)

Department: Program Management – Configuration Management

Employment Type: Full-Time, day shift

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship or Valid Permanent Resident status is required.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Configuration Management Specialist to join our CMI aerospace team. In this critical role, you will ensure the integrity, traceability, and control of product configurations for complex aerospace and defense components and assemblies, throughout the entire product lifecycle. You will play a key role in maintaining compliance with strict regulatory and customer requirements while supporting efficient program execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain, and control product configuration baselines (functional, allocated, and product baselines)
• Manage Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Requests for Deviations/Waivers, and Configuration Control Board (CCB) activities
• Perform configuration identification, change control, status accounting, and verification/audits
• Ensure full traceability of hardware, software, and documentation
• Support major program milestones including MRL (Manufacturing Readiness Level) reviews, and First Article Inspections/qualifications
• Interface with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams
• Maintain configuration data in PLM systems
• Conduct formal configuration audits (PCA, FCA) and support customer audits
• Ensure compliance with industry, customer standards and regulatory requirements
• Develop and maintain CM plans, processes, and procedures

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Mechanical, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• 4+ years of Configuration Management experience in the aerospace or defense industry
• Strong working knowledge of configuration management principles and best practices
• Experience with PLM/ERP tools (Syteline preferred)
• Familiarity with aerospace standards and regulations
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency (ITAR / EAR compliance)

Preferred Qualifications

• CMII Certification or equivalent
• Experience supporting civil or military programs
• Knowledge of Model-Based Engineering (MBE)
• Experience with software configuration management

Team oriented company with top paying wages and benefits in the valley in regards to the Aerospace Industry. To qualify for consideration, all candidates must be able to work 40+ hours per week in a fast paced, high-demand, quality environment. All candidates must also have sufficient verbal and written communication skills as well as good problem solving skills.

CMI Group is an equal opportunity employer providing competitive wages and benefits. Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance available. 401(k) with company match.

This is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant due to age, race, disability, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, gender or any other protected classification. VEVRAA federal subcontractor. This company provides provide equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, or disabilities in compliance with federal and state laws including:• The Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended• Age Discrimination Act of 1967 as Amended• Rehabilitation Act of 1973• Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974• Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act of 2009 (ADAAA)• The Wagner-Peyser Act as Amended.• The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act• Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq