Senior Configuration & Data Management Analyst

Iridium Communications Inc; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Annual bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Iridium Communications Inc is seeking a seasoned Configuration and Data Analyst III to manage CM/DM processes and deliverables, ensuring data integrity and compliance across the organization. The role emphasizes collaboration with multiple teams and adherence to CM/DM best practices.

The position requires 5+ years in CM/DM, strong MS Office skills, and experience with CM tools, PDM/PLM systems, and SharePoint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; relevant experience acceptable
• 5+ years of configuration management, data management, or related fields
• Proficient in MS Office products (Word, Excel, Project, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Power BI, Visio)
• Knowledge of industry standards: MIL-HDBK-61A, MIL-STD-963C, EIA-649C, ISO9000, AS9100
• Experience delivering CM/DM deliverables on time and within scope
• Knowledge of CM methodologies, tools, and systems (change control, version management, baselines)
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Mentoring junior analysts; liaison with leadership and customers
• Familiarity with Agile environments and CM/DM implications

Responsibilities

• Perform CM/DM activities per policies, plans, and contracts
• Develop and maintain CM/DM plans, procedures, work instructions, and deliverables
• Establish and report configuration items (CIs), baselines, and versions
• Administer CM tools and records for accurate status accounting and data integrity
• Manage change control and lead CCBs for approved changes
• Support configuration audits, data validation, metrics, and compliance reviews
• Interpret contracts to identify CM/DM requirements and compliant processes
• Lead planning and delivery of contractual data items per requirements and schedules
• Ensure CM/DM integration across SDLC, Agile, ITIL environments
• Provide CM/DM guidance, mentorship, and cross-functional coordination
• Assist with CM tool selection, implementation, and automation
• Enforce ITAR/EAR export-control compliance

Skills

Configuration management

Data management

MS Office proficiency

Project management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Leadership mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

CMII/ITIL/PMP certification

Tools

CM tools

PDM/PLM systems

SharePoint

Contract management tools

Job description

Iridium Communications Inc is seeking a seasoned Configuration and Data Analyst III to manage CM/DM processes and deliverables, ensuring data integrity and compliance across the organization. The role emphasizes collaboration with multiple teams and adherence to CM/DM best practices.

The position requires 5+ years in CM/DM, strong MS Office skills, and experience with CM tools, PDM/PLM systems, and SharePoint.