Senior Data Configuration Management Specialist

The Senior Data Configuration Management Specialist is responsible for maintaining the Configuration Management system.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain the Configuration Management system, including the PLM system
• Recommend improvements to the Configuration Management system
• Assist in providing department guidance and training to team members
• Maintain and control item configuration (including revision and lifecycle), ensuring data integrity
• Release and revise controlled data in the Product Lifecycle Management System and related configuration tools, including item numbers, Bills of Materials, drawings, and technical specifications
• Ensure engineering data completeness and accuracy
• Establish component configuration, including detailed item data and datasheet controls, sourcing information and item relationships
• Route controlled items throughout the Change Order process from request, submittal, approval, to notification.
• Facilitate item release and configuration issue resolution with data originators and stakeholders
• Distribute controlled item data to established suppliers and customers.
• Maintain Quality Management System documentation
• Support management by preparing and providing status reports
• Provide support for data management activities at meetings
• Participate in or lead improvement projects related to configuration management and connected department activities
• Provide general and targeted configuration training to company staff
• Coordinate with HR and IT to establish PLM access policies for new hires and existing staff
• Perform other configuration functions as required
• May be required to work outside of normal office hours as is needed for urgent processing and release of controlled items, including evenings and weekends

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of configuration management disciplines, including document release and data management
• Strong working experience with PLM and/or ERP systems
• Knowledge of project lifecycle process controls for engineering documentation in a technology-based company
• Able to interpret a variety of technical instructions in written, verbal, diagram, or project schedule format
• Capable of reading Electrical and Mechanical drawings
• Knowledge of printed circuit board assemblies and documentation
• Proficient with standard office software, including MS Word, MS Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with Atlassian JIRA and Confluence or similar ticketing and collaboration tools

Pay: 58,000 - 77,000 per year