Actalent
Configuration
Manager – PLM and CAD Systems
Position Overview
As a Configuration Manager specializing in PLM and CAD administration, you will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of product data across engineering and manufacturing systems. You’ll oversee the structure, accuracy, and change control of Bills of Materials (BOMs), CAD models, and configuration baselines within PLM platforms. Your work ensures seamless collaboration across teams and supports the development of advanced autonomous surface vessels for national defense.
Core Responsibilities
Administer and maintain PLM systems (e.g., Arena, Teamcenter) to ensure accurate product data, version control, and traceability.
Configure and manage Engineering, Manufacturing, and Service BOMs, including 150% BOM structures.
Validate changes to Engineering and Manufacturing BOMs as part of formal change implementation processes.
Conduct periodic audits of as-built records and reconcile discrepancies within PLM to maintain product definition integrity.
Support CAD data management, including model versioning, metadata tagging, and integration with PLM systems.
Provide guidance and training to engineering teams on PLM workflows, CAD data handling, and BOM structuring best practices.
Drive continuous improvement of PLM and CAD-related workflows, tools, and documentation.
Analyze product baselines for compliance with configuration standards and support audit readiness.
Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to ensure CAD models and PLM data reflect accurate, buildable configurations.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in PLM and CAD administration within aerospace, defense, or naval environments.
Proficiency in PLM platforms (Arena, Teamcenter) and CAD tools (Solidworks, NX).
Strong understanding of configuration management principles and BOM structuring.
Experience with CAD data workflows, version control, and integration with PLM systems.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and training.
Engineering degree or CM2 certification is a plus.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $91.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
Manager – PLM and CAD Systems
Position Overview
As a Configuration Manager specializing in PLM and CAD administration, you will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of product data across engineering and manufacturing systems. You’ll oversee the structure, accuracy, and change control of Bills of Materials (BOMs), CAD models, and configuration baselines within PLM platforms. Your work ensures seamless collaboration across teams and supports the development of advanced autonomous surface vessels for national defense.
Core Responsibilities
Administer and maintain PLM systems (e.g., Arena, Teamcenter) to ensure accurate product data, version control, and traceability.
Configure and manage Engineering, Manufacturing, and Service BOMs, including 150% BOM structures.
Validate changes to Engineering and Manufacturing BOMs as part of formal change implementation processes.
Conduct periodic audits of as-built records and reconcile discrepancies within PLM to maintain product definition integrity.
Support CAD data management, including model versioning, metadata tagging, and integration with PLM systems.
Provide guidance and training to engineering teams on PLM workflows, CAD data handling, and BOM structuring best practices.
Drive continuous improvement of PLM and CAD-related workflows, tools, and documentation.
Analyze product baselines for compliance with configuration standards and support audit readiness.
Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to ensure CAD models and PLM data reflect accurate, buildable configurations.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in PLM and CAD administration within aerospace, defense, or naval environments.
Proficiency in PLM platforms (Arena, Teamcenter) and CAD tools (Solidworks, NX).
Strong understanding of configuration management principles and BOM structuring.
Experience with CAD data workflows, version control, and integration with PLM systems.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and training.
Engineering degree or CM2 certification is a plus.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $91.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.