Configuration Manager / Data Manager

Firehawk Aerospace is a propulsion-focused aerospace and defense company based in the Dallas, TX area. Firehawk is seeking a highly motivated individual, whose primary responsibilities will center around product life cycle management processes and the configuration management and data management for the company. This role will also be responsible for the administration of the data management system and processes associated with the PTC product suite to include Creo and Windchill. Applicants should possess an understanding of core Windchill functionality and be able to demonstrate practiced fluency applying that functionality towards organizational needs and customer requirements.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and manage configuration management processes and serve as the data manager for the company.Provide administrative coverage for common recuring needs such as user management, access control, feature refinement and system fault monitoring.Leverage administrative tools to maximize organizational alignment of both internal and external requirements, standards, & processes in a highly regulated industry.Capture user feedback, concerns and suggestions to develop targeted solutions which are both intuitive and highly enabling for a multitude of end-users and applications.Develop and iterate upon life cycle management templates, workflows & data management architectures to ensure the automated generation & indexing of a highly navigable “audit ready” technical archive of record.Review, approve, and transmit configuration information externally to customer configuration management organizations and internally to affected departments in a manner which is timely, thorough and federally compliant.Contribute to engineering change boards, design reviews, & organizational goals serving as both system administrator & senior advisor on all aspects of configuration management practices.Basic QualificationsMinimum of three years of experience serving in configuration and data management role utilizing PTC Windchill.Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (engineering or IT preferred) OR direct, commensurate & verifiable real-world experience.Strong working knowledge of aerospace configuration management principles and practicesFunctional competency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Power Point, OneNote)Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a fast-paced R&D environmentU.S. CitizenshipPreferredActive or Previous Security ClearanceExperience developing custom Windchill user interfaces using JSP and Java.Previous experience with change notification processes for defense customersFamiliarity with scripting and automated process developmentPast experience managing multiple Windchill configuration variants of a common design baseline.Management of engineering changes to an operational (fielded) weapons system with varying effectivities.Familiarity with Export Control regulations.Experience in a startup environmentCommanding fluency with WTPart/CAD integration and product structures.Familiarity with Windchill APIs.Experience with both aerospace hardware and software development campaignsExperience working in both development and production environmentExperience with technical data packages for DoD acquisitionsPrevious experience with MIL-HDBK-61 or similar CM methodology for defense hardwareExperience leveraging MBSE practices and digital engineering tools to implementSAE EIA-649-1 compliant process controls at the organizational levelFunctional competence navigating and querying common defense technical data repositories such as MEDALS, JEDMICS, DLA-ASSIST or similar legacy defense information systems.ITAR RequirementsTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.Work Environment And Physical RequirementsEmployees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit and to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require minimal walking, standing for extended amounts of time, climbing, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.Security ClearanceMay be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level. Requires U.S. Citizenship. Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.Equal Opportunity Employer StatementFirehawk Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firehawk Aerospace is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, you will be encouraged to share your ideas, talents, and knowledge while working alongside an experienced and talented group of electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers in a collaborative environment as we develop, deploy, improve, and support the CAD and PLM software used across the company. We are seeking a highly skilled Creo System Administrator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of Creo systems and related software. This role demands a technically proficient individual with excellent problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of Creo applications and their integration within a corporate environment.