Configuration Analyst 1

PDS Defense, Inc.; Elkton (MD); In loco; USD 102.000 - 109.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Direct deposit

401(k)

Paid holidays

Short-term disability insurance

Skills training

Employee referral bonus

Medical coverage

DailyPay

Descrizione del lavoro

PDS Defense, Inc. in Elkton, MD seeks a Configuration Analyst 1 to support configuration management across engineering and manufacturing processes.

You will review contracts, determine documentation required, and coordinate change notices with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, familiarity with ERP/PLM/MES systems, and strong attention to detail with good written and verbal communication.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and 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 configuration data.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Mansioni

• Plans and coordinates preparation of project documentation such as engineering drawings and production specifications.
• Reviews contract requirements for documentation and applies engineering/manufacturing knowledge.
• Analyzes proposed design changes to assess impact on product and system.
• Coordinates modification records for management control and prepares change orders.
• Reviews released engineering change data and coordinates changes with cross-functional teams.

Conoscenze

Attention to detail

Communication

Reading technical docs

Formazione

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Strumenti

ERP

PLM

MES

BOMs

Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

Engineering

Configuration Analyst 1

Elkton, MD Posted: 9/17/2026

Job Description

Job ID#: 225570

Job Category: Engineering

Position Type: Associate - W2

Duration: 26

Positions Available: 2

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Configuration Analyst 1, in Elkton, MD. Job ID#225

Pay Rate: $74 - $79/hr

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.

Basic Qualifications for Configuration Analyst 1

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and 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 standard office tools (e.g., Excel, Word) for tracking and reporting configuration data
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation (e.g., drawings, specifications, 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

Preferred Qualifications for Configuration Analyst 1

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field
• 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)
• Exposure to configuration management, product lifecycle management, or manufacturing operations in an aerospace/defense or similar regulated environment
• Experience working with bills of material (BOMs), part structures, or engineering change notices (ECNs/ECRs)
• Basic understanding of configuration management standards and practices (e.g., change control, baselines, revisions)

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled