Configuration Management Manager

Loft Orbital Solutions; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A space technology company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Configuration Management Manager to oversee product change management and documentation processes. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in configuration management and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Responsibilities include developing policies, conducting audits, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product development. A strong understanding of PLM systems and scripting languages is advantageous. Join us to simplify space missions and help manufacture satellites in the UAE.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in configuration management.
• Strong understanding of configuration and documentation management principles.
• Ability to read and understand technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement configuration management policies and procedures.
• Manage and control changes to products and projects throughout their lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure product development.

Skills

Configuration management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

PLM systems (Duro)

Scripting languages (Python)

Job description

About this Role

• Develop and implement configuration management policies and procedures.
• Define and maintain configuration baselines for all products and programs.
• Manage and control changes to products, programs and projects throughout their lifecycle.
• Conduct change impact assessments and risk analyses.
• Integrate configuration management processes with other lifecycle processes (e.g., requirements management, early procurement, design, release).
• Maintain and improve PLM systems and tools.
• Train and mentor team members on configuration management best practices.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews of configuration management processes and systems.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (e.g., engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance) to ensure successful product development and delivery.
• Proactively identify and resolve configuration management issues.
• Drive continuous improvement of configuration management processes and tools.
• Conduct change‑management activities to ensure smooth and effective implementation of configuration changes.

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
• 10 years of experience in configuration management.
• Strong understanding of configuration and documentation management principles and best practices.
• Ability to read and understand technical documentation (drawings, CAD specifications).
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with PLM systems (Duro is a plus).
• Experience with scripting languages (Python is a plus).
• Experience with software development methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced dynamic environment.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Nice to Have

• Experience with software development tools.
• Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001, CMMI, MIL‑STD‑973 and/or EIA‑649).
• Knowledge about Export Control (EAR, ITAR) and Security standards (CMMI, NIST, ISO 27001).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Orbitworks mission is to make space simple for organizations that want to deploy physical and virtual missions to space. Building on Loft Orbitals heritage, Orbitworks will be the first commercial firm in the United Arab Emirates to mass‑manufacture satellites. Orbitworks aims to manufacture tens of satellites annually and operates out of a 50,000‑square‑foot facility in Abu Dhabi.

Required Experience:

Manager