Configuration Manager

Industrious Ventures; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

401(k) match

Holidays

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Lunar Outpost Inc. in Colorado is seeking a Configuration Manager to advance our space robotics program. You will monitor, maintain, and report on CM data, and lead change control board activities to implement CMPs and CM baselines.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or CS, 7+ years in CM/DevOps in aerospace or defense, and hands-on experience with CM tools (Windchill, Jira) and version control. U.S. Person status is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of configuration management, DevOps, or Systems Administration experience in aerospace/defense.
• Experience with Configuration Management tools (Windchill, Bild, Jira, etc.) and version control systems.
• U.S. Person status required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all engineering documentation, drawings, BOMs, and as-built configurations are accurately maintained and traceable.
• Interface with systems engineering, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure consistency between hardware configurations and verified designs.
• Manage functional and physical configuration audits (FCAs and PCAs) and prepare reports and verification documentation.

Skills

Self-motivated

Excellent organization

Communication skills

U.S. Person

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering; Aerospace Engineering; Computer Science; or related discipline

Tools

Windchill

Bild

Jira

Version control

Job description

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking a Configuration Manager to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment. As a Configuration Manager, you will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and reporting on the accuracy and completeness of Configuration Item (CI) data. You will also manage the implementation, documentation, and approval of configuration changes, including leading Change Control Board (CCB) meetings. You will develop and enforce configuration management plans (CMPs), including defining, developing, and operating Configuration Management (CM) baselines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure all engineering documentation, drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and as-built configurations are accurately maintained and traceable
• Interface with systems engineering, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure consistency between hardware configurations and verified designs
• Manage functional and physical configuration audits (FCAs and PCAs) and prepare required reports and verification documentation

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline
• 7+ years of configuration management, DevOps, or Systems Administration in the aerospace or defense industry
• Experience with Configuration Management tools (Windchill, Bild, Jira, etc), and version control systems
• Self-motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical deadlines
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• U.S. Person

Preferred Qualifications:

• Support compliance with ITAR, export control, and government data management requirements
• Hands‑on experience following AS9100 quality requirements and CMMI processes

Compensation & Benefits: Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer
• Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation
• Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
• Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays
• Parental leave
• Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development

Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy.