Mission-Critical Configuration & Data Lead

New Directions Technologies, Inc; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 70,304 - 97,760; Full time

Job summary

New Directions Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Configuration Manager to plan, develop, implement, and maintain configuration management and data management across programs. The role ensures integrity, traceability, and accessibility of technical data through lifecycle stages and supports audits and program reviews.

You will coordinate change boards, maintain baselines, and work with managers, engineers, and cybersecurity staff to integrate requirements and improve data quality.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of configuration management principles, data management, records management, and lifecycle support.
• Familiarity with government regulations and guidance on information management and QA.
• Ability to analyze documentation, maintain detailed records, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Experience with document control systems, shared repositories, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, implements, and maintains configuration management processes and data management controls.
• Establishes and maintains document control, change management, and records tracking.
• Maintains baselines for systems, hardware, software, and technical documentation.
• Reviews documentation for accuracy and proper configuration identification.
• Coordinates change review boards and related decision documentation.
• Tracks changes, deviations, waivers, action items, and approvals for audit readiness.
• Interfaces with program managers, engineers, logisticians, cybersecurity staff, and others to integrate requirements.
• Performs related program, administrative, or operational duties as assigned.

Skills

Configuration management principles

Data management

Records management

Document control

Lifecycle support concepts

Education

High School/GED + 8 years

Associates +5 years

Bachelor's +2 years

Master's +1 year

Job description

New Directions Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Configuration Manager to plan, develop, implement, and maintain configuration management and data management across programs. The role ensures integrity, traceability, and accessibility of technical data through lifecycle stages and supports audits and program reviews.

You will coordinate change boards, maintain baselines, and work with managers, engineers, and cybersecurity staff to integrate requirements and improve data quality.