Configuration Analyst III

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Configuration Analyst III managing configuration of aerospace and defense products using PLM systems. Leading configuration management activities for ensuring compliance and achieving strategic objectives.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeSparks • Nevada, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee and manage the configuration of highly complex engineering and manufacturing products through a PLM system
Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of Product Data, including Parts and Bills of Materials (BoMs)
Perform comprehensive audits and verification of product configurations to ensure compliance with the highest customer requirements, company and industry standards
Lead the preparation and documentation required for product structure and configuration management
Direct the configuration change management process, including evaluating, implementing, and tracking complex changes
Collaborate with executive management, engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives and resolve critical configuration issues
Maintain and manage comprehensive records and documentation related to configuration management activities
Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to enhance configuration management practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
6+ years of experience in configuration management or a related field within the aerospace and defense industry
Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience
Expert proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and configuration management principles
Strong attention to detail and superior documentation skills
Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
Understanding of Documentation Control Database systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
Life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Generous benefit package

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Hard Skills & Tools

Configuration ManagementProduct Data AccuracyParts and Bills of Materials (BoMs)Comprehensive AuditsChange Management ProcessDocumentation SkillsMulti-Disciplinary Team CollaborationEngineering PrinciplesData VerificationCompliance Standards

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingLeadershipCollaboration