Configuration Analyst I

DPP is seeking a Configuration Analyst I for an opportunity with our client in the Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing industry.
 
Work Location: Onsite in Elkton, MD
Duration: 6 months
Terms: W2 Contract
Work Authorization: US Citizen
 
Responsibilities:

• Plans and coordinates preparation of project documentation, such as engineering drawings, production specifications and schedules, and contract modifications, to ensure customer contract requirements are met.
• Reviews contract to determine documentation required for each phase of project, applying knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Analyzes proposed changes of product design to determine effect on overall product and system.
• Coordinates modification records for management control.
• Establishes change orders and prepares for change authorization and documentation by company and subcontractor.
• Reviews and analyzes released engineering change data and coordinates changes with engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and engineering data control activities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic understanding of ERP, PLM, and MES systems and how they support configuration management and manufacturing.
• Familiarity with configuration data (part numbers, BOMs, routings) and change control concepts.
• Proficiency with standard office tools (e.g., Excel, Word) for tracking and reporting configuration data.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation (e.g., drawings, specifications, work instructions).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience using one or more enterprise tools (e.g., SAP or other ERP; Teamcenter or other PLM; MES or similar shop-floor systems).
• Exposure to configuration management, product lifecycle management, or manufacturing operations in an aerospace/defense or similar regulated environment.
• Experience working with bills of material (BOMs), part structures, or engineering change notices (ECNs/ECRs).
• Basic understanding of configuration management standards and practices (e.g., change control, baselines, revisions).

Interested? Learn more:
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