Engineering Services Manager I

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Engineering Services Manager overseeing configuration management for aerospace and defense projects. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high quality and compliance standards.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeSparks • California, Nevada • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Configuration Management and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards such as ASME, EIA-649, and MIL-HDBK-61. Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and implement process improvements in the aerospace and defense sector.

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Configuration ManagementProduct Lifecycle Management (PLM)Aerospace and Defense Industry ExperienceTeam LeadershipDocumentation Control

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Hard Skills

Configuration Management PrinciplesProduct Data AccuracyParts and Drawings ManagementBills of Materials (BoMs)Auditing and VerificationChange Management ProcessProcess ImprovementTechnical LeadershipDocumentation SkillsMulti-Disciplinary Team Collaboration

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCommunicationMentoringProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Documentation Control Database SystemsConfiguration Management SoftwareProject Management ToolsAudit ToolsQuality Management Systems

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseCompliance StandardsASMEEIA-649MIL-HDBK-61Configuration AnalystsProduct StructureConfiguration Change ManagementQuality Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and oversee the configuration of critical aerospace and defense projects for the Digital Technology Group (DTG) organization, ensuring the highest quality standards.
Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of Product Data, including Parts, Drawings, and Bills of Materials (BoMs).
Perform and lead 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 senior 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.
Manage and mentor a team of configuration analysts, providing technical leadership and support.
Represent your team in management-level meetings and provide updates on project status.
Support the continuous improvement of processes and procedures within the CM department.
Ensure the productive use of labor hours and resources.
Provide direction and support to your team to achieve project objectives.
Oversee the training and development of staff to enhance their skills and competencies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and integration of your team’s activities with organizational goals.
Monitor and report on the progress of projects, identifying and addressing any potential issues or risks.
Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and compliance in all CM activities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
10+ 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 including ASME, EIA-649 and MIL-HDBK-61.
Strong attention to detail and superior documentation skills.
Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
Ability to lead a team of Configuration Analysts.
Thorough understanding of Documentation Control Database systems.

Benefits

Comp & perks

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%.
Life insurance.
3 weeks paid time off.
Tuition reimbursement.