Configuration Management Mgr.

Who We Are

We are Textron Systems, best known for innovative defense technologies and services. We are a part of Textron Inc, one of the world’s leading multi-industry companies, recognized for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat and many more. Our company leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative products and services.

But our business is all about people – the customers who rely on us and the exceptional team that brings our mission to life.

We've been in the industry for more than 50 years and embraced the unique capabilities that come with being a mid-sized player. We bring the agility of a small business to meet our customers' most urgent requirements and empower our team members to push past possible. We can scale quickly to solve the big problems, working across functions, sites, and business lines to make it happen. We’re comprised of 7 domains specializing in Air, Sea, Land, Weapons Systems, Electronic Systems, Propulsion, and Testing and Training Simulations.

Start your career in a big way by joining Textron Systems. We are here to provide necessary and life-changing services and products to our customers. We are right where the real work happens. By joining our team, you will gain exciting and versatile experiences from day one to fuel your growth. Talent development is a big part of who we are. Don't just start your career - go big.

Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

Job Summary
The Textron Systems – Weapons team is seeking a Configuration Management Manager to lead configuration management activities across multiple programs at our Wilmington, MA location. The successful candidate will guide and support our Program & Engineering teams in applying industry standard configuration management practices throughout the product lifecycle.

In this role, you will lead a team of CM analysts, oversee CM processes and tools across the business, and ensure compliance with internal, industry, and Government standards. You will serve as the primary authority for configuration identification, baseline management, change control, status accounting, and configuration audits to support program execution and product integrity.

About This Role

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Lead and manage CM activities across all programs, ensuring cost, quality, and schedule objectives are supported.

• Oversee configuration identification, baseline management, change control, status accounting, and configuration audits in accordance with AS9100D, MIL‑HDBK‑61A, and EIA‑649.

• Interpret complex specifications, contractual data, and hardware and software requirements, and provide expert guidance to program teams.

• Serve as the owner of CCB processes across the business; delegate chair responsibilities as needed while ensuring consistent and compliant execution.

• Coordinate and participate in Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs), ensuring delivered products meet approved baseline requirements; assemble audit data packages and manage actions.

• Oversee documentation creation and change activities to ensure proper application of PLM/ERP requirements during release.

• Manage the preparation, assembly, and review of periodic Technical Data Package (TDP) deliveries to Government and customer entities.

• Support updates and improvements to configuration management policies and procedures in alignment with evolving standards and program needs.

• Ensure compliance with internal quality system requirements and participate in internal and external audits as required.

• Oversee CM tools and systems, ensuring data integrity, effective workflows, and continuous improvement of CM processes.

• Manage, mentor, and develop configuration management team members; provide leadership, direction, and performance oversight.

• Partner cross‑functionally with Engineering, Quality, Program Management, Operations, Supply Chain, and external customers to ensure seamless configuration control throughout the product lifecycle.

• Ensure that contractual delivery requirements for engineering documents and data are met.

Who We Are

We are Textron Systems, best known for innovative defense technologies and services. We are a part of Textron Inc, one of the world’s leading multi-industry companies, recognized for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat and many more. Our company leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative products and services.

But our business is all about people – the customers who rely on us and the exceptional team that brings our mission to life.

We've been in the industry for more than 50 years and embraced the unique capabilities that come with being a mid-sized player. We bring the agility of a small business to meet our customers' most urgent requirements and empower our team members to push past possible. We can scale quickly to solve the big problems, working across functions, sites, and business lines to make it happen. We’re comprised of 7 domains specializing in Air, Sea, Land, Weapons Systems, Electronic Systems, Propulsion, and Testing and Training Simulations.

Start your career in a big way by joining Textron Systems. We are here to provide necessary and life-changing services and products to our customers. We are right where the real work happens. By joining our team, you will gain exciting and versatile experiences from day one to fuel your growth. Talent development is a big part of who we are. Don't just start your career - go big.

Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

Job Summary
The Textron Systems – Weapons team is seeking a Configuration Management Manager to lead configuration management activities across multiple programs at our Wilmington, MA location. The successful candidate will guide and support our Program & Engineering teams in applying industry standard configuration management practices throughout the product lifecycle.

In this role, you will lead a team of CM analysts, oversee CM processes and tools across the business, and ensure compliance with internal, industry, and Government standards. You will serve as the primary authority for configuration identification, baseline management, change control, status accounting, and configuration audits to support program execution and product integrity.

About This Role

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Lead and manage CM activities across all programs, ensuring cost, quality, and schedule objectives are supported.

• Oversee configuration identification, baseline management, change control, status accounting, and configuration audits in accordance with AS9100D, MIL‑HDBK‑61A, and EIA‑649.

• Interpret complex specifications, contractual data, and hardware and software requirements, and provide expert guidance to program teams.

• Serve as the owner of CCB processes across the business; delegate chair responsibilities as needed while ensuring consistent and compliant execution.

• Coordinate and participate in Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs), ensuring delivered products meet approved baseline requirements; assemble audit data packages and manage actions.

• Oversee documentation creation and change activities to ensure proper application of PLM/ERP requirements during release.

• Manage the preparation, assembly, and review of periodic Technical Data Package (TDP) deliveries to Government and customer entities.

• Support updates and improvements to configuration management policies and procedures in alignment with evolving standards and program needs.

• Ensure compliance with internal quality system requirements and participate in internal and external audits as required.

• Oversee CM tools and systems, ensuring data integrity, effective workflows, and continuous improvement of CM processes.

• Manage, mentor, and develop configuration management team members; provide leadership, direction, and performance oversight.

• Partner cross‑functionally with Engineering, Quality, Program Management, Operations, Supply Chain, and external customers to ensure seamless configuration control throughout the product lifecycle.

• Ensure that contractual delivery requirements for engineering documents and data are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or similar applicable degree required.

• At least 10 years of experience leading Configuration Management activities across a business, including substantial experience supporting defense or Government programs.

• Demonstrated leadership experience managing a CM team and their activities across multiple programs/projects.

• Strong knowledge of configuration management processes and applicable industry and Government standards.

• Ability to establish and maintain configuration baselines, control engineering changes, and support product lifecycle traceability.

• Effective presentation, written, and oral communication skills.

• Proficiency with common business and engineering tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, PLM systems, ERP systems).

• Ability to read, interpret, and extract applicable information from specifications. Knowledge of ASME Y14.100 and related standards.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks.

• Must be able to obtain/maintain Government Security Clearance; Active Secret clearance preferred.

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. Our company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy compressed work week schedule that varies by allowing for additional days off such as 9/80 and 4/10s, leading to additional Fridays