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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Configuration Engineering Supervisor - **Company:** Spartronics Llc - **Location:** North Logan, UT, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $130,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Computer-Aided Design, Data Analysis, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Software Tools, Component Analysis - **Published:** September 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59769270-configuration-engineering-supervisor ## About the Role ITAR Citizenship Requirement: Must be U.S. persons within the definition of ITAR, with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. We can not sponsor visas., * Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical and/or Manufacturing Engineering. * Minimum of 5 years of engineering, technical, manufacturing, product support, or related experience. * Minimum of 2 years of supervisory, team lead, project leadership, or personnel management experience. * Experience supporting engineering operations within a manufacturing, electronics manufacturing services (EMS), or industrial environment. * Strong understanding of engineering principles, engineering documentation, manufacturing processes, product lifecycle management, and engineering change management. * Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. * Ability to manage multiple priorities, personnel, and operational demands within a fast-paced environment. * Experience utilizing ERP systems, PLM systems, engineering software, and business management tools. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint and CAD. * Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment regarding technical, customer, and organizational information. * Experience with of Counterfeit Avoidance, Tin Whisker Mitigation, RoHS, and REACH. * Works well independently and in a team environment. * Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities at the same time. * Understanding customer document packages to establish multi-level bills of materials for assemblies of electrical components and manufacturing materials. * Knowledge of quality standards/quality notes for electrical components. Preferred Qualifications: * Master's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field. * Experience supporting electronics manufacturing, PCB assembly, contract manufacturing, aerospace, defense, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing environments. * Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, or operational excellence methodologies. * Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI), manufacturing readiness, product lifecycle management, or engineering process improvement activities. * Experience supporting customer technical reviews, audits, and regulatory compliance activities. * Professional Engineer (PE), PMP, Lean, Six Sigma, or related professional certification. * Experience utilizing advanced engineering, analytics, or project management tools. * Experience with Silicon Expert and Arena software. Key Metrics and Focus Areas * Achievement of engineering workload commitments and operational support requirements. * Quality, accuracy, and timeliness of engineering deliverables. * Employee performance, development, engagement, and retention. * Effectiveness of technical issue resolution and engineering support activities. * Workload management, resource utilization, and departmental responsiveness. * Compliance with engineering standards, customer requirements, and organizational procedures. * Cross-functional collaboration supporting manufacturing, quality, and operational objectives. ## Description We are looking for a Configuration Engineering Supervisor to lead a team of Configuration Technicians and help ensure the engineering data, components, and manufacturing configurations behind our products are accurate, reliable, and production-ready. This is a hands-on engineering leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys solving technical problems, developing people, and improving the systems and processes that keep manufacturing moving. You will play a critical role at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and customer support. From building and maintaining bills of materials to resolving component issues, managing engineering changes, and addressing component obsolescence, you will help protect the integrity of our manufacturing configurations while improving efficiency and responsiveness. If you're an experienced engineer or technical leader who wants to have a direct impact on both people and production, this role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference., * Supervise the day-to-day activities of Configuration Technicians and prioritize work based on manufacturing needs, customer commitments, and business objectives. * Assign workloads, monitor productivity and utilization, and ensure engineering support is responsive to production requirements. * Coach, mentor, and develop team members through onboarding, technical training, skills development, and performance management. * Foster a collaborative, accountable, and continuous-improvement culture. Own Manufacturing Configuration Integrity * Ensure component configurations, bills of materials, specifications, and engineering documentation are accurate and effective. * Support the creation and maintenance of multi-level BOMs for electrical assemblies and manufacturing materials. * Perform component analysis and classification and evaluate components for specific product applications. * Review and interpret component datasheets, quality requirements, customer documentation, and technical specifications. * Establish standardized component titles and configuration practices. Solve Technical and Component Challenges * Investigate non-compliant components, determine root causes, and develop appropriate dispositions. * Evaluate and support secondary processes for electronic components. * Identify and resolve component lifecycle issues, including obsolete and end-of-life components. * Research component alternatives and work with manufacturers and distributors to resolve technical and supply issues. * Support component-level testing, experiments, and technical investigations. Drive Engineering Change and Compliance * Review and authorize engineering change orders related to components and specifications. * Support compliance with applicable customer, industry, and organizational requirements. * Maintain documentation related to RoHS, REACH, lead-free finishes, counterfeit component avoidance, and tin-whisker mitigation. * Help ensure engineering configurations remain aligned with current standards and customer requirements. Partner Across the Organization * Work closely with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and other teams to resolve technical issues and improve production performance. * Provide internal and external customer technical support when needed. * Support new technology and process improvements that reduce cost, improve quality, and increase manufacturing efficiency. * Contribute to product lifecycle management, manufacturing readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives. ## Related Videos - [ Secure Code Superstars: Empowering Developers and Surpassing Security Challenges Together](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/422-secure-code-superstars-empowering-developers-and-surpassing-security-challenges-together) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Old tools, new tricks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1916-old-tools-new-tricks) - [Engineering/Manager Pendulum: Generating compound interest on your career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100348-engineering-manager-pendulum-generating-compound-interest-on-your-career) ## Related Articles - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know)