Lead, Configuration Management

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Nashville, TN seeks a Lead, Configuration Management to own and mature CM processes across hardware and software programs. You will drive policy, data integrity, and lifecycle governance while collaborating with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and IT.

The role combines hands-on CM work with leadership, including change control (ECRs/ECOs/ECPs), PLM administration (Windchill), audits, and continuous improvement to ensure product quality and traceability throughout

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of relevant experience; advanced degree reduces requirement.
• 2–4 years in configuration management within a PLM environment with Windchill or similar tools.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain CM policies, procedures, numbering standards, and lifecycle practices.
• Serve as the primary CM SME, providing training and support to cross-functional teams.
• Ensure CM processes meet industry standards and support audit compliance.
• Define and manage product structure, attributes, and lifecycle data across products and programs.
• Lead engineering change management activities (ECRs, ECOs, ECPs) through review and implementation.
• Administer Windchill for data integrity and release management.
• Support audits and drive corrective actions; develop CM documentation.

Skills

Configuration management

Windchill

Audit readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/IT

Tools

PLM tools

Job description

Job Title: Lead, Configuration Management

Job Code: 38059

Job Location: Nashville, TN

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Description:

The Configuration Management (CM) Specialist drives the accuracy, traceability, and integrity of product data throughout its lifecycle while innovating and enhancing CM processes to improve efficiency, compliance, and product quality. This role is responsible for maturing configuration and data management across complex hardware and software programs throughout the division. This position provides both hands-on expertise and leadership in change control, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) administration, change management processes, data governance, and cross-functional collaboration. This role also provides guidance, oversight, hiring, and mentorship to CM team members and partners closely with engineering, quality, manufacturing, supply chain, and program management teams.

Essential Functions:

• Own and maintain Configuration Management policies, procedures, numbering standards, and lifecycle best practices.
• Serve as the primary CM subject matter expert, providing training, mentorship, and user support to cross-functional teams across the division.
• Ensure CM processes align with applicable industry and quality standards and support audit compliance.
• Define and manage product structure, configuration item attributes, and lifecycle data across products and programs.
• Establish and enforce part, document, and configuration item numbering and identification standards.
• Manage configuration identification for product lines and related programs of record.
• Lead engineering change management activities, including Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), through review, approval, and implementation.
• Administer change control boards and coordinate release, delivery, and distribution activities across the product lifecycle.
• Administer and optimize Windchill to ensure data integrity, usability, and effective release management.
• Support internal and external audits, maintain configuration status accounting, and drive corrective action closure.
• Develop and maintain CM documentation, including the CM Manual and product-level Configuration Management Plans.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts and collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, quality, security, supply chain, and IT to support multiple programs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. Bachelor’s or Graduate Degree in: Engineering, IT, or related field.
• 2-4 years experience in configuration management and data management within a PLM environment and with Windchill and/or other PLM tools.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to identify problems and deliver practical technical solutions.
• Strong analytical, organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to support multiple simultaneous efforts and shifting priorities.
• Experience developing and implementing software configuration management processes
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or process improvement methodologies.
• Experience with product release and delivery processes.
• Background working on integrated teams with systems, manufacturing, software, and specialty engineers.
• Basic knowledge of CMM/CMMI and ISO9001/AS9100 requirements.

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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