CONFIGURATION & DATA MANAGER

IGNITE; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IGNITE in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Configuration & Data Manager to support TEAMS Next MDS Engineering on missile defense programs. The role is based at the customer site with telework allowed per schedule.

A Secret clearance and a Bachelor’s degree are required, along with 7+ years in data/configuration management for DoD programs. You will organize and maintain technical documentation, manage data packages, and administer the IDE across SharePoint, Windchill, and related tools.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of data/configuration management experience supporting missile defense or large-scale, complex DoD programs.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain program reports, briefings, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Manage intake, routing, tracking, and archival of MDA development data.
• Serve as lead administrator for the Integrated Data Environment (IDE), including MDA SharePoint sites and shared repositories.
• Coordinate major program review logistics, compile briefing decks, track objective evidence, and record action items.
• Manage the CDRL lifecycle, including receipt, tracking, forecasting, and cross-functional distribution.
• Support prime contractor Configuration Control Boards by logging change requests, preparing data packages, and documenting minutes and actions.
• Maintain the Lessons Learned database, including drafting, coordination, archival, and distribution to government and industry stakeholders.

Skills

Data/configuration management

Documentation management

Strong communication

DoD programs experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Windchill

SharePoint

MS Teams

Power BI

Jira

DOORS

Cameo

Git

Job description

Job Description

Igniters operate in the world’s most demanding environment. Igniters are self-motivated, mission-driven, and relentless in solving the Warfighters’ hardest problems. We move fast, think differently, and execute with precision to tackle high-stakes challenges across AI/ML, space and missile defense intelligence, EMSO, advanced analytics, and programmatic domains. As an employee-owned SDVOSB headquartered in Huntsville, AL, our team delivers mission-critical impact for the Army, Air Force, Space Force, MDA, NASA, DIA, and FBI.

Ignite exists to outpace the threat and deliver results that matter in the moments that count.

Ignite is currently seeking a driven Configuration & Data Manager to join our team supporting TEAMS Next MDS Engineering in Huntsville, AL. This full-time position is based at the customer site; telework is allowed subject to customer requirements and an agreed schedule. This role supports the MDA Targets and Countermeasures Program Office and programs that develop, refine, and test target systems used to evaluate U.S. missile defense capabilities.

Job Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Organize and maintain program reports, briefings, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.


• Manage intake, routing, tracking, and archival of MDA development data.


• Serve as lead administrator for the Integrated Data Environment (IDE), including MDA SharePoint sites and shared repositories.


• Coordinate major program review logistics, compile briefing decks, track objective evidence, and record action items.


• Manage the CDRL lifecycle, including receipt, tracking, forecasting, and cross-functional distribution.


• Support prime contractor Configuration Control Boards by logging change requests, preparing data packages, and documenting minutes and actions.


• Maintain the Lessons Learned database, including drafting, coordination, archival, and distribution to government and industry stakeholders.

Job Requirements And Qualifications

A minimum of 7 years of data/configuration management experience supporting missile defense or large-scale, complex DoD programs.

• Proven experience establishing and maintaining configuration-controlled environments.


• Ability to review systems engineering documentation for accuracy and alignment with program specifications.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including structured presentations and reports tailored to the audience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with MDA and systems engineering processes.


• Hands‑on proficiency with Windchill, SharePoint, MS Teams, Power BI, Jira, DOORS, Cameo, and Git.


• Experience applying AI/ML to data analytics, workflow automation, and process improvement.

Security Clearance Requirements

Must have an active Secret clearance.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.

Other Requirements

U.S. citizenship required. Travel required; frequency and duration to be confirmed.