Hybrid Configuration Analyst — CM & Process Improvement

Draper Inc.; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 82,300 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper is seeking an entry-level Configuration Analyst to assist in managing configuration items and ensuring the integrity of product configurations across project lifecycles. Based in Cambridge, MA, you will collaborate with engineering, quality, and program management to support CM processes and provide visibility into changes.

This role requires familiarity with CM principles, documentation standards (ANSI/EIA-649, MIL-STD series), ISO 9001/AS9100, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of CM principles, practices, and standards.
• Familiarity with CM standards (ANSI/EIA-649, MIL-STD, ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and PLM databases.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, documentation, and maintenance of CM processes and procedures in alignment with industry standards and company requirements.
• Participate in both configuration control board (CCB) and Design Review Board (DRB) meetings and provide configuration management input as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, quality, and program management to ensure CM processes support program requirements.
• Assist in generation and distribution of CM reports and metrics providing visibility into the configuration status of changes objects.
• Support Senior CM team member with the preparation and execution of configuration audits and reviews.
• Assist in the release process to ensure accuracy and completeness of change objects.
• Assist with preparation of monthly deliveries of revised work products.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommended solutions.

Skills

CM principles

Documentation standards

ISO 9001

AS9100

PLM databases

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in engineering or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

PLM databases

Microsoft Office

Job description

Draper is seeking an entry-level Configuration Analyst to assist in managing configuration items and ensuring the integrity of product configurations across project lifecycles. Based in Cambridge, MA, you will collaborate with engineering, quality, and program management to support CM processes and provide visibility into changes.

This role requires familiarity with CM principles, documentation standards (ANSI/EIA-649, MIL-STD series), ISO 9001/AS9100, and strong organizational skills.