Configuration Engineer - Software - Military veterans preferred

Safran Electrical & Power


Configuration Engineer - Software

Company: Safran Electrical & Power
Job Field: Architecture and systems engineering
Location: Twinsburg , Ohio , United States
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Duration: Full-time
Required Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience: More than 5 years
Professional Status: Professional, Engineer & Manager
Salary: n/a

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Job Description

Summary
As the Configuration Manager for a portfolio of cutting-edge aerospace programs supporting the U.S. Department of Defense, I'm looking to bring a skilled and proactive Configuration Engineer onto our team. This role is integral to maintaining control, consistency, and traceability of software and systems throughout the development lifecycle. If you are detail-oriented, thrive in a structured environment, and have a passion for disciplined engineering processes-particularly in highly regulated environments-you'll be a great fit.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Manage and maintain configuration baselines for software and supporting documents across multiple DoD development programs.
• Execute software and document configuration management activities in accordance with MIL-STD-973, EIA-649, and program-specific CM plans (PCMP).
• Administer configuration control boards (CCBs), track software, hardware, and document change requests (CRs), and ensure timely implementation of approved changes.
• Support software builds and releases, ensuring version integrity and traceability of all software deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineering, program management, quality assurance, subcontractors and other program stakeholders to enforce configuration control policies and best practices.
• Create and maintain configuration documentation, such as configuration status accounting reports, release notes, and CM audit checklists, CM plans and other CM procedures, work instructions or training documentation.
• Perform audits to verify the configuration of released products matches requirements and documentation.
• Utilize PLM (Product Lifecycle Management), ALM (Application Lifecycle Management), and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) business systems to effectively manage and control configuration information.
• Support the implementation and ongoing use of PTC RV&S and PTC Windchill as our enterprise ALM and PLM tools.
• Ensure compliance with ITAR, Export Control regulations, and proper handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in all configuration activities.
• Travel requirements: Occasionally be required to travel, both domestically in the United States and internationally (up to 10%)
• Adhere to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and culture
• Regular, predictable attendance is required
• Other duties may be assigned as necessary

Job Requirements

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Note for level:
• Basic: Incumbent is able to use their knowledge/skill with support by more experienced individuals.
• Advanced: Incumbent is able to independently use their knowledge/skill.
• Expert: Incumbent is able to train others on their knowledge/skill.
Education and/or Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution
• 5+ years relevant experience in software configuration management, software engineering, configuration management, data management or quality role in the aerospace industry
Knowledge/Skills:
• Advanced knowledge of both document control and software configuration control.
• Advanced experience utilizing PLM, ALM, and ERP systems to manage configuration information
• Advanced in the use of business applications such as Microsoft Office suite
• Basic knowledge MIL-STD-973, EIA-649, and/or other applicable DoD CM standards
• Basic knowledge of ITAR, Export Control requirements, and proper handling of CUI
• Advance attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently in a development environment
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills, especially when interacting with engineers and program stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications:
• Expert knowledge of both document control and software configuration control
• Advanced knowledge in PTC product suite (RV&S, Windchill)
• Basic knowledge of software development and associated applications/languages (e.g. Code Composer Studio, Code Collaborator, Vector Cast, Astree, SourceTrace, Labview, C99, Python)
• Basic knowledge in requirements and verifications management, government contracts, program documentation
• Basic knowledge in technical drafting (including dimensioning, tolerance, view development, notes, and BOMs)
Supervisory Responsibilities
List the supervisory responsibilities this position must perform; include the department or position titles responsible for and the level of authority exercised in performing the responsibilities.
• N/A

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of the position, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle and feel, and reach with hands and arms
• The employee will occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and
responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied
contract of employment.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security
based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or
otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed
by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may
vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected
status.

Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable
accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in
the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking
employment, please call : 330 321 4172. We will decide on your request for reasonable
accommodation on a case-by-case basis

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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