Senior Configuration Manager

About Sarla Aviation :

Sarla Aviation is at the forefront of revolutionizing urban air mobility with its cutting-edge eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-off and Landing) aircraft featuring innovative tilt-rotor technology. Sarla Aviation, a pioneer in the development of sustainable, efficient, and safe air transportation systems, is dedicated to influencing the future of aviation. We are seeking a skilled and driven Circuit Design Engineer to join our expanding team and contribute to the success of our eVTOL program.

About the Role :

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Configuration Manager to join our team. As our first Senior Configuration Manager, you will establish and lead the Configuration & Change Management (CM) function across all our eVTOL programs. With Teamcenter already in place, your focus will be on governing CM processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and building a scalable foundation to support design, development, certification, and production.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead and manage configuration control and change processes for all programs using Teamcenter.

Define and enforce CM standards across BOMs, CAD, documents, and certification data.

Drive the establishment of Change Control Board (CCB) and oversee all engineering change activities.

Maintain configuration baselines and ensure full traceability throughout the lifecycle.

Align CM practices with DGCA, EASA, or FAA standards (e.g., Part 21, Part 23 / 25).

Support all major reviews (PDR, CDR, Ground / Flight Test Readiness, TC milestones).

Coordinate supplier data integration and change control processes.

Train internal teams on CM workflows, version control, and data governance.

Continuously improve CM processes to support multiple products and scale efficiently.

Qualifications :

M.E. / M.Tech or B.E. / B.Tech in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering field.

Minimum 8 years of experience in Configuration Management in aerospace or a regulated industry.

Strong hands-on experience with Teamcenter or any PLM.

Deep understanding of CM principles, engineering change control, and lifecycle traceability.

Experience with supplier management and multi-disciplinary engineering teams.

Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Entrepreneurial mindset — ability to work in a startup environment and build from scratch.

Nice to Have : Exposure to aircraft certification programs (DGCA, EASA, or FAA).

Why Join Us?

Be a part of a world-class team in an environment where your work directly contributes to shaping the future of urban air mobility.

Thrive in our culture of diversity, inclusion, and innovation, where your unique perspectives and ideas are valued.

Enjoy a competitive compensation package, with opportunities for growth and development in a rapidly evolving industry.

Sarla Aviation is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workspace, championing equality and empowering every individual. We believe that our strength lies in our differences, not just our similarities. Therefore, we warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. Join us at Sarla Aviation, where your unique background and perspective are not just welcomed—they are celebrated.