Configuration Management Lead for Hardware & Software

QinetiQ U.S.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US is seeking an experienced Configuration Management Manager to lead CM activities across engineering, production, and operations in the U.S. Sector with a focus on product realization.

You will guide CM personnel, policies, and tools while ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. The role oversees configuration items and data for complex hardware and software systems, partnering with engineering, manufacturing, quality, program management, and customers to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, STEM, Business, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of Configuration Management experience supporting complex hardware and software development programs.
• 2+ years of leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience managing technical or Configuration Management personnel.
• Demonstrated experience leading Configuration Management activities across multiple programs or product lines.
• Strong knowledge of Configuration Management principles and industry standards, including EIA-649 and MIL-HDBK-61A.
• Experience supporting both hardware and software development environments.
• Experience supporting both development and production environments.
• Experience leading Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), change management processes, and configuration audits.
• Strong organizational, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program management organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Configuration Management function across multiple programs and projects.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop Configuration Management personnel while promoting continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Establish, implement, and maintain Configuration Management policies, procedures, and work instructions consistent with industry standards and customer requirements.
• Ensure the integrity and traceability of product configurations throughout the design, development, manufacturing, test, deployment, and sustainment lifecycle.
• Serve as the primary Configuration Management authority and subject matter expert for the organization.
• Lead Configuration Control Boards (CCBs) and oversee the review, approval, implementation, and documentation of engineering changes.
• Provide strategic oversight of configuration identification, configuration control, configuration status accounting, configuration verification, and configuration audits.
• Ensure contractually required configuration documentation and technical data packages are complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Program Management, and Operations to ensure consistent application of Configuration Management processes.
• Oversee Configuration Management tools and systems, ensuring effective administration, process compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Develop metrics and reporting to monitor Configuration Management performance, compliance, and process effectiveness.
• Plan staffing, workload, and resource allocation to support current and future program needs.
• Support proposal activities, program startup efforts, and customer audits related to Configuration Management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and customer-specific Configuration Management requirements.

Skills

Configuration Management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Program management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, STEM, Business, or a related technical discipline

Job description

QinetiQ US is seeking an experienced Configuration Management Manager to lead CM activities across engineering, production, and operations in the U.S. Sector with a focus on product realization.

You will guide CM personnel, policies, and tools while ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. The role oversees configuration items and data for complex hardware and software systems, partnering with engineering, manufacturing, quality, program management, and customers to