Freelance Remote Configuration Management Jobs in California

Since 2018, Elevate Aircraft Seating has been enhancing the passenger experience through innovative aircraft seat design and manufacturing. With locations in California, Washington, and Germany we are guided by creativity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to quality.

We are looking for a skilled Senior Engineering Systems Specialist to join our team! This is a remote position and will work within our engineering department. We value teamwork, inclusivity, and continuous professional development, and we offer competitive benefits along with opportunities for growth.

We are open to considering remote candidates for this role; however, applicants must be legally authorized to work and reside in one of the following states: CA, TX, WA, MI, SC, or IL.

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Engineering Systems Specialist is responsible for the administration, governance, optimization, and continuous improvement of CATIA and related engineering design systems across the organization. This role ensures the effective deployment, integration, and standardization of engineering tools, processes, and methodologies that enable efficient, consistent, and high-quality product development.

Serving as the technical subject matter expert for engineering systems, the position collaborates closely with Design Engineering, Information Technology, and technical leadership to align system capabilities with evolving business and product development requirements. The role is accountable for establishing and maintaining CAD standards, configuration management practices, automation solutions, user support models, and training programs that drive adoption of best practices and scalable engineering workflows.

The Senior Engineering Systems Specialist leads initiatives that enhance engineering productivity, data integrity, and system performance. By providing strategic guidance, technical expertise, and process governance, this role ensures engineering teams are equipped with the tools, standards, and digital capabilities necessary to successfully execute complex design and development programs while supporting operational excellence and continuous innovation.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES - Essential Functions (Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Administration and Governance

• Administer, maintain, and optimize CATIA and related engineering design tools and processes across the engineering organization.
• Establish and govern CAD standards, templates, naming conventions, and configuration practices to ensure consistency and data integrity.
• Develop, implement, and maintain SOPs and governance processes for engineering systems usage.
• Conduct audits and compliance reviews of CAD data and engineering practices to ensure adherence to established standards.

Process Optimization & Automation

• Identify and implement improvements to CAD workflows, design processes, and system integrations to enhance engineering efficiency.
• Develop and maintain automation tools, macros, and templates to standardize repetitive design tasks and improve productivity.
• Partner with Engineering and IT to implement system enhancements, upgrades, and integrations supporting product development workflows.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to engineering systems architecture, tools, and methodologies.

User Support and Enablement

• Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for CATIA users, resolving system, workflow, and data-related issues.
• Develop and deliver training materials, user guides, and structured onboarding for new and existing engineers.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex CAD-related issues and user challenges.
• Support global engineering teams by ensuring consistent system performance and user experience across locations.

Continuous Improvement & Data Quality

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on engineering system performance, usability, and adoption.
• Ensure CAD data quality, accuracy, and consistency to support downstream engineering, manufacturing, and certification processes.
• Monitor system usage, performance metrics, and user feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Promote standardization and reuse of engineering data, templates, and best practices across programs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Chief Engineers and Design Engineering leadership to align CAD tools, standards, and workflows with design methodologies and product development needs.
• Collaborate with IT, PLM, and digital engineering teams to ensure system reliability, security, and scalability.
• Support integration of CAD systems with downstream processes, including manufacturing, configuration management, and documentation workflows.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS – Education, Knowledge, and Experience

Education:

• Associate’s degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in Engineering, CAD Design, Drafting, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience administering, supporting, or optimizing CATIA or similar CAD systems within a complex engineering or product development environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in CAD system configuration, standards development, workflow optimization, and user support within regulated industries.
• Experience developing or supporting CATIA automation tools, macros, templates, or engineering process improvements required.
• Experience supporting CATIA users within aerospace, aircraft interiors, automotive, or similarly regulated manufacturing environments required.
• Equivalent combination of technical training, certifications, and directly related CATIA experience will be considered in lieu of formal education requirements.

Skills:

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills related to CATIA functionality, user support, and engineering systems.
• Ability to analyze engineering workflows and identify opportunities for increased efficiency, standardization, and process improvement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to train, coach, and support engineers across varying technical experience levels.
• Working knowledge of product development lifecycles within aerospace, aircraft interiors, automotive, or related industries preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and support global engineering teams in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Exposure to Model-Based Definition (MBD) practices in accordance with ASME Y14.41 or equivalent ISO standards, including application of 3D product definition and annotation strategies within CAD environments.

Other:

• Extended or irregular hours may be required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Elevate Aircraft Seating is an “at-will” employer; employment is at the mutual consent of both the employee and the employer, and may be terminated at will for any reason, with or without cause, at any time during employment with the Company.
• As business conditions warrant a change in the operating necessities of the Company, all employees are expected to react productively, handle other essential tasks assigned now or in the future.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

• CATIA certification or advanced CATIA training preferred.

SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO THE POSITION

• Works under general direction, receiving guidance in terms of objectives.
• Performance is measured by achievement of defined engineering department objectives.
• Receives additional guidance on complex, non-routine, or high-risk technical issues as needed.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

• Influence engineering standards, digital engineering strategy, and system adoption through technical leadership, mentorship, and cross-functional collaboration.

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Exercise independent judgment in evaluating technical challenges, balancing operational requirements and business objectives, and implementing effective solutions across engineering systems and processes.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Elevate Aircraft Seating offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. The base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience and take into account internal equity.

Salary Range Transparency: $75,000 - $112,000 annually

Featured Benefits:

• Up to 7% bonus potential (for bonus eligible positions)
• Generous 401(K) matching with immediate eligibility and vesting
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
• 12 paid holidays
• Affordable health care plans for yourself and your family
• And so much more!

Other Perks:

• On-site gym
• Free electric car charging stations
• Potential for growth within organization
• Supportive workplace environment with a team-oriented culture