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Senior Configuration Engineer

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Lead change control and configuration management for eVTOL aircraft: manage CR/CO/CA processes, maintain PLM baselines, synchronize BOMs with ERP, enable traceability across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, support audits and quality standards, and train stakeholders to ensure product integrity and scalable production.
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Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly aircraft the world's first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market. 
 
Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal aircraft are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been flying for over 10 years. Last year we announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, which is rapidly progressing toward general release and scalable production in 2026. 
 
Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of modern technology investments. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. If you are ready for adventure, we invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us.

The Configuration Management team at Pivotal is seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Configuration Engineer to join our team.  
 
The Senior Configuration Engineer is an individual contributor that supports engineering teams in releasing parts, BOMs, and technical documentation. This individual ensures accurate, traceable product configuration information for all products. 
 
This individual will be responsible for managing Pivotal’s change control process to ensure end-to-end visibility of change activity across the organization. They will enable full traceability of product configuration information and ensure seamless flow of information between engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams by leveraging 3DEXPERIENCE Platform (PLM) and Epicor (ERP) in a structured and consistent manner. This role is critical to supporting product integrity and enabling the organization to scale efficiently. 

Responsibilities

  • Lead and facilitate Change Board meetings; ensure timely review, disposition, and execution of Change Requests (CRs), Change Orders (COs), and Change Actions (CAs).
  • Own and enforce the change control process across engineering, manufacturing, and operations.
  • Maintain and evolve product configuration baselines for aircraft, subsystems, and accessories.
  • Ensure traceability and documentation of released items in 3DEXPERIENCE PLM; synchronize BOMs and parts data with Epicor ERP.
  • Act as a liaison between design, supply chain, production, and quality teams for change management coordination.
  • Develop training, checklists, templates, and workflows to improve Change Control process efficiency.
  • Monitor as built and post-delivery configuration changes to ensure compliance and traceability.
  • Participate in internal audits and support readiness for AS9100 and ISO9001 quality system reviews. 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related fields.
  • 7+ years of experience in configuration or document control, change management, or PLM administration within aerospace, automotive, or regulated industries.
  • Hands-on experience with PLM tools and ERP systems.
  • Hands-on experience with Assembly Design, Part Design and CAD software applications.
  • Strong understanding of engineering change workflows and product lifecycle management.
  • Strong understanding of configured BOMs, genealogy reports, serial number and lot number traceability
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to facilitate meetings and drive alignment across cross functional teams 

Preferred Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience using 3DEXPERIENCE Platform, particularly with various ENOVIA applications that are required for governance within 3DEXPERIENCE Platform 

  • Familiarity with AS9100D, ISO9001, EIA649C or similar standards.

  • Experience supporting or leading CCB activities at a Tier 1 or Tier 2 aerospace or defense supplier.

  • Knowledge of multi-level configured and resolved BOM structures, evolution effectivity management, variant and options management, genealogy reports and serial number/lot number traceability.

  • Background in aerospace, defense, transportation, and mobility industries.

Attributes aligned with Core Values

    • Demonstrates a proactive safety mindset by embedding safety into daily operations, identifying and mitigating risks through assessments and training, encouraging open dialogue on safety concerns, and continuously improving protocols to ensure a safe work environment. 

    • Puts customers at the center of every action by deeply understanding their challenges, delivering exceptional value, and striving to exceed expectations to support their success as our core purpose. 

    • Actively seeks and values diverse stakeholder perspectives, builds cross-functional relationships, and fosters trust through empathetic, fact-based communication—committing to shared decisions for the greater good. 

    • Drives results with clarity and purpose by focusing on what matters most, adapting to change, taking initiative, and owning outcomes while aligning actions with a clear understanding of success at every level. 

    • Navigates ambiguity with resilience and bold thinking, challenges the status quo, and combines innovative ideas with practical best practices to overcome obstacles and drive progress. 

    • Fosters a high-performance culture grounded in respect, professionalism, and support—balancing high expectations with a healthy, collaborative environment and being a trusted, dependable teammate. 

Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at our HQ office in Palo Alto, CA.
 
Pivotal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pivotal does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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