Configuration & Data Manager for DoD Energetics Systems

bowheadcareers-uicalaska; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead Advanced Technology seeks a Configuration/Data Manager to oversee configuration identification, control, verification, and data governance across energetic systems. You’ll manage PDM/iPDM workflows, support MBPS transitions, and ensure accurate technical data across baselines and documentation.

The role requires 7+ years in configuration/data management, strong DoW/ASME/IPC knowledge, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Seven (7+) years proven professional experience in configuration or data management roles.
• Expertise with cross‑system data integration and information flow management.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to interpret and review mechanical drawings, 2D/3D models, and CAD artifacts.
• Strong knowledge of DoW, ASME, and IPC CM/DM standards.
• Attention to detail with demonstrated accuracy in technical data validation.
• Experience with database design, information systems, and data administration.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer configuration management processes for documents, BOMs, models, parts, and engineering changes.
• Maintain Product Data Management (PDM) systems and manage document vaults ensuring full version and access control.
• Lead the migration and maintenance of data within the Integrated Product Database Management system (iPDM).
• Provide technical guidance and training to enterprise teams on data workflows, reporting, dashboards, analytics tools, and automation within iPDM.
• Develop and implement quality data collection, validation, and governance practices.
• Generate configuration status accounting reports and metrics.
• Assess and improve data systems performance and functionality.
• Support transition activities to Model‑Based Product Support (MBPS).
• Review and validate Technical Data Packages (TDPs), ensuring compliant and complete drawings, specifications, software, and firmware.
• Assist with planning, programming, budgeting, resource alignment, annual production goals, and related Division-level initiatives.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation measures for internal controls and data handling.

Skills

Cross-system data integration

Data governance

Analytical problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Data validation

Model-based data management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD software

iPDM / PDM systems

Job description

Bowhead Advanced Technology seeks a Configuration/Data Manager to oversee configuration identification, control, verification, and data governance across energetic systems. You’ll manage PDM/iPDM workflows, support MBPS transitions, and ensure accurate technical data across baselines and documentation.

The role requires 7+ years in configuration/data management, strong DoW/ASME/IPC knowledge, and excellent communication.