Product Configuration Specialist (Autonomous Systems)

DZYNE Technologies; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

DZYNE Technologies, now part of Ondas Sentinel, is seeking a Product Configuration Specialist (Autonomous Systems) in Irvine, CA. You will maintain configuration data across hardware, software, and documentation for unmanned aircraft systems, ensuring CM processes align with baselines and supporting audits.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations to drive controlled change, traceability, and build‑ready configurations throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining configuration data in a regulated or production-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain configuration records for hardware, software, firmware, and documentation.
• Process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) in accordance with established CM procedures.
• Create Metrics to track status of Change Control measures, ensuring that changes are documented and efficiently managed.
• Own and host CCB (Change Control Board) meetings and ensure proper stakeholders are present. Drive and facilitate discussion in cohesive manner.
• Manage Bills of Materials (BOMs), part numbers, revisions, and effectivity.
• Ensure accurate release, version control, and status tracking of drawings, specifications, and technical documents. Update and maintain configuration data in PDM, MRP and other related enterprise systems.
• Support Item Card Creation in ERP for external teams, ensuring accurate entry.
• Support configuration status accounting and reporting.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing configuration evidence and traceability.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure released configurations are build‑ready and production‑aligned.
• Coordinate with GNC team and Flight Ops teams to release aircraft config files for use in the field.
• Track configuration deviations and assist in documenting approved variances.
• Maintain PDM Administration Tool, assigning members of the organization access and assisting with any IT related issues.

Skills

Configuration data management

Engineering change processes

BOM management

PLM/PDM knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Education

Technical field education preferred

Tools

ERP/MRP integrations

Structured data repositories

Job description

About Our Transition To Ondas Sentinel

DZYNE Technologies was recently acquired by Ondas Inc. (NASDAQ: ONDS) and, together with World View, has joined forces to create Ondas Sentinel. Ondas Sentinel is a next‑generation U.S. defense platform integrating long‑endurance ISR, autonomous systems, counter‑UAS technologies, and mission intelligence.

DZYNE Technologies was recently acquired by Ondas Inc. (NASDAQ: ONDS) and, together with World View, has joined forces to create Ondas Sentinel. Ondas Sentinel is a next‑generation U.S. defense platform integrating long‑endurance ISR, autonomous systems, counter‑UAS technologies, and mission intelligence.

While DZYNE is now part of Ondas Sentinel, we are still legally operating as DZYNE as we complete the formal integration of our systems and processes. As a result, you may see roles cross‑posted across DZYNE and World View, during this transition. All positions represent opportunities within the same combined organization.

What does this mean for candidates?

• You’re joining a team that is accelerating the future of autonomous defense.
• You’ll be part of a company backed by significant investment, strong growth, and mission‑proven technology.
• You’ll work alongside world‑class engineers and innovators who have already delivered thousands of operational flight hours, high‑impact ISR capabilities, leading counter‑UAS systems, and breakthrough autonomous effects.
• You’ll help shape a unified platform that enables operators to see more, decide faster, and act with confidence across the modern battlespace.

Together, Ondas Sentinel is building something bigger than any one company, a scalable, integrated defense organization designed to meet emerging mission needs with speed, precision, and purpose.

If you’re energized by ambitious missions, rapid innovation, and a chance to help define the future of autonomous defense, we’d love to have you on the team.

Position Title – Product Configuration Specialist (Autonomous Systems)

Location: Irvine, CA

Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Summary

The Product Configuration Specialist (Autonomous Systems) is responsible for the day‑to‑day maintenance, accuracy, and integrity of configuration data across hardware, software, and documentation for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This role focuses on executing established configuration management (CM) processes, ensuring that released designs, builds, and deployed systems remain aligned with approved baselines. The Product Configuration Specialist (Autonomous Systems) works closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations to support controlled change and traceability throughout the product lifecycle.

Required Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain configuration records for hardware, software, firmware, and documentation.
• Process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) in accordance with established CM procedures.
• Create Metrics to track status of Change Control measures, ensuring that changes are documented and efficiently managed.
• Own and host CCB (Change Control Board) meetings and ensure proper stakeholders are present. Drive and facilitate discussion in cohesive manner.
• Manage Bills of Materials (BOMs), part numbers, revisions, and effectivity.
• Ensure accurate release, version control, and status tracking of drawings, specifications, and technical documents. Update and maintain configuration data in PDM, MRP and other related enterprise systems.
• Support Item Card Creation in ERP for external teams, ensuring accurate entry.
• Support configuration status accounting and reporting.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing configuration evidence and traceability.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure released configurations are build‑ready and production‑aligned.
• Coordinate with GNC team and Flight Ops teams to release aircraft config files for use in the field.
• Track configuration deviations and assist in documenting approved variances.
• Maintain PDM Administration Tool, assigning members of the organization access and assisting with any IT related issues.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Experience maintaining configuration data in a regulated or production‑oriented environment.
• 1 – 4 years of experience in working knowledge of engineering change processes and document control practices.
• Familiarity with BOM management and revision control.
• Experience using PLM/PDM systems and structured data repositories.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and follow defined processes.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, UAS, defense, robotics, or complex electro‑mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with prototype‑to‑production transitions.
• Experience supporting manufacturing or fielded systems.
• Exposure to ERP/MRP integrations.
• Understanding of basic configuration management principles (identification, control, status accounting).

Education

• Relevant experience working in a structured technical, manufacturing, operations, or regulated environment; formal education in a technical field is a plus but not required.

Clearance Level Required: None

Export Control / ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As a result, employment is contingent upon meeting applicable export control eligibility requirements and compliance obligations.

Work Authorization Requirement

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Travel Required: Less Than 10%.

Working Conditions

The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities.

Physical Demands

• Must have the ability to stop, stand, climb, occasionally lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Involves movement between departments, floors, and worksites to facilitate work.

Salary

$90,000 – $108,000 annually

Salary depends on relevant work experience, education, training, essential skills, and/or other factors such as specialized or high‑demand professions. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible for an annual bonus. The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of salary or annual bonus.

Benefits

Our benefits areDZYNE’edfor your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.

Some Final Notes

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DZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DZYNE Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.