Configuration Management Specialist

Ensco, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

ENSCO, Inc. in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Configuration Management Specialist to join the MILSATCOM SEI&T effort on-site. You will lead CM direction, control changes, and manage CMPs across divisions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 5 years CM experience, and DoD Security clearance. Proficiency with MS Office and CM best practices is essential. This position is regular full-time and on-site in El Segundo, CA.

Qualifications

• 5 years of CM experience and familiarity with mature CM practices and procedures.
• Strong change-control and engineering review board facilitation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Draft and promulgate CM direction and vision.
• Ensure changes are identified, documented, controlled and audited.
• Develop/Manage division CM plans (CMP).
• Provide CM training and facilitate ERB/CCB meetings.
• Organize configurations with PMs and lead engineers.
• Support and conduct FCA/PCA audits.

Skills

CM experience

MS Office

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

JIRA/Confluence

Job description

ENSCO Overview

For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide. ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resilience of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains.

Position Overview

ENSCO, Inc is a diverse engineering and technology company that provides engineering, science and advanced technology solutions that guarantee mission success, safety and security to governments and private industries worldwide. We are seeking a Configuration Management Specialist to join our team in El Segundo, CA. The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading‑edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force's Space Systems Center (SSC). We support the Space Force's acquisition of state‑of‑the‑art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation's warfighters. This position is on‑site in El Segundo, CA.

Responsibilities

• Draft, implement, endorse and promulgate leadership's direction and vision regarding Configuration Management (CM)
• Ensure system changes are properly identified, documented, controlled, and audited, minimizing risks and maximizing efficiency
• Develop/Manage Division‑level Configuration Management Plans (CMP)
• Support development and conduct CM training to include processes and tools
• Provide program‑level coordination and collaboration to integrate the Division‑level CMPs
• Support and facilitate government‑led Engineering Review Boards (ERB) and Configuration Change Control Boards (CCB)
• Develop technical baseline products and change tracking artifacts
• Organize and document system configurations with the help from Program Managers and Lead Engineers
• Assist chief engineer with planning and conduct of Functional and Physical Configuration Audits (FCA/PCA)
• Maintain Program Technical baseline in document repositories

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree
• 5 years of relevant experience with Configuration Management (CM); demonstrated high proficiency and familiarity with mature CM practices and procedures
• Knowledge and experience in executing change control process and facilitating engineering review and configuration control boards
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel, Power Point, and Word
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interface with customers
• Possess excellent written, verbal communications and presentation skills
• Knowledge of EIA-649-1 and MIL‑HDBK‑61
• Knowledge of DoD‑5010‑12‑M and DoD‑5015.02‑STD
• Demonstrated capability in defining, documenting, and instantiating the configuration management process for programs and projects, including recommending and implementing military standards and CM best practices
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance is required for this position, for which you must be a U.S. citizen

Qualifications Desired

• Configuration Manager certification, such as Certified International Configuration Manager (CICM)
• Familiarity with JIRA/Confluence
• 4+ years of experience working with military or DoD civilian clients and managing professional relationships
• 4+ years of experience working in a highly competitive multi‑contractor environment
• Active DoD Top Secret security clearance

Additional Employment Information

• Required Certifications: N/A
• U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes
• Security Clearance Required: Active Secret clearance
• Employment Type: Regular Full‑time
• Background Check Type: 7 Year Pre‑Employment
• Drug Screen Required: No
• Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: No

Salary Range

$97,000 – $121,000 USD

REAL ID Requirement

This position may require the ability to access U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security's enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7 2025 individuals must present a REAL ID‑compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry.

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non‑U.S. person may require an export license from the U.S. Government.

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EEO Statement

ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers – veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals of all backgrounds.