Lead Configuration Manager – Autonomous Defense Systems

Skdse; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stark is seeking a Configuration Management Engineer to own the CM program for unmanned systems, from baseline through customer handoff. You will establish baselines, manage change control with engineering teams, and ensure traceability of all drawings, documents, and software releases for field-ready products.

The role sits at the intersection of systems engineering, hardware and software development, production, quality and logistics.

Qualifications

• Experience with configuration management governance and baselines.
• Ability to coordinate with systems engineering, hardware and software teams.
• Experience supporting audits by defense customers.

Responsibilities

• Own the configuration management plan and process aligned with SAE EIA-649C, ISO 10007 and STANAG 4427.
• Tailor CM practices per product and customer.
• Collaborate with engineers to establish and maintain baselines and traceability across drawings, documents and software releases.

Skills

Configuration management

Cross‑functional collaboration

Audit readiness

Tools

SAE EIA-649C

Job description

Stark is seeking a Configuration Management Engineer to own the CM program for unmanned systems, from baseline through customer handoff. You will establish baselines, manage change control with engineering teams, and ensure traceability of all drawings, documents, and software releases for field-ready products.

The role sits at the intersection of systems engineering, hardware and software development, production, quality and logistics.