Configuration Analyst 1

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc.; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Configuration Analyst 1 for a contract position in Elkton, MD, working onsite. The role supports our Configuration Management department, handling documentation, BOMs, ECNs, and change control processes.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 2–5 years of experience, familiarity with ERP/PLM/MES systems, and strong attention to detail. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 2–5 years of experience.
• Basic understanding of ERP, PLM, and MES systems and how they support configuration management and manufacturing.
• Familiarity with configuration data (part numbers, BOMs, routings) and change control concepts.
• Proficiency with Excel and Word for tracking and reporting configuration data.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation (drawings, specs, work instructions).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates preparation of project documentation, such as engineering drawings, production specifications and schedules, and contract modifications.
• Reviews contract to determine documentation required for each phase of project, applying knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Analyzes proposed changes of product design to determine effect on overall product and system.
• Coordinates modification records for management control.
• Establishes change orders and prepares for change authorization and documentation by company and subcontractor.
• Reviews and analyzes released engineering change data and coordinates changes with engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and engineering data control activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Reading technical docs

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Accredited school

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Chipton-Ross is seeking multiple Configuration Analyst 1's for a contract opportunity in Elkton, MD.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• o Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and 2-5 year's experience.
• o Basic understanding of ERP, PLM, and MES systems and how they support configuration management and manufacturing.
• o Familiarity with configuration data (part numbers, BOMs, routings) and change control concepts.
• o Proficiency with standard office tools (e.g., Excel, Word) for tracking and reporting configuration data.
• o Ability to read and interpret technical documentation (e.g., drawings, specifications, work instructions).
• o Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.
• o Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Looking for an onsite Configuration Analyst 1 to support our Configuration Management department at our PS&C facility in Elkton, MD, working standard hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Responsibilities:

Plans and coordinates preparation of project documentation, such as engineering drawings, production specifications and schedules, and contract modifications, to ensure customer contract requirements are met. Reviews contract to determine documentation required for each phase of project, applying knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes. Analyzes proposed changes of product design to determine effect on overall product and system. Coordinates modification records for management control. Establishes change orders and prepares for change authorization and documentation by company and subcontractor. Reviews and analyzes released engineering change data and coordinates changes with engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and engineering data control activities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• o Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• o Hands-on experience using one or more enterprise tools (e.g., SAP or other ERP; Teamcenter or other PLM; MES or similar shop-floor systems).
• o Exposure to configuration management, product lifecycle management, or manufacturing operations in an aerospace/defense or similar regulated environment.
• o Experience working with bills of material (BOMs), part structures, or engineering change notices (ECNs/ECRs).
• o Basic understanding of configuration management standards and practices (e.g., change control, baselines, revisions).

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• School must be accredited.

WORK HOURS:

9/80 workweek. This position will serve on-site at Elkton, MD. 8 AM - 5 PM.