Senior Configuration & Data Management Analyst – Hybrid

Iridium Satellite LLC; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Iridium Satellite LLC in Chandler, AZ is seeking an experienced Configuration Data Management Analyst III to oversee CM/DM processes, ensure accuracy of configuration items and documentation, and drive improvements across teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 5+ years in CM/DM, strong MS Office and CM tools skills, and familiarity with standards such as MIL-HDBK-61A, ISO9000, and DD-Form 1423.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, relevant experience in lieu of degree
• 5+ years of configuration management, data management, or related fields
• Proficient in MS Office products, including Word, Excel, Project, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Power BI, and Visio
• Knowledge of industry standards such as MIL-HDBK-61A, MIL-STD-963C, EIA-649C, ISO9000, AS9100, DD-Form 1423, GEIA-859, DoD 5010.12-M
• Proven experience with configuration management activities and delivering customer deliverables on time and within scope
• Well-versed in configuration management methodologies, tools, and systems
• Acute attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, including risk management, timeline tracking, and cross-functional collaboration
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and lead complex projects
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to interface with senior leadership, customers, and internal teams
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Perform configuration and data management (CM/DM) activities in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, plans, and applicable contractual and industry requirements
• Aid in the development and maintenance of CM/DM plans, procedures, work instructions, and customer data deliverables
• Establish, identify, control, maintain, and report configuration items (CIs), product structures, versions, and hardware, software, and documentation baselines
• Administer CM tools and records to ensure accurate configuration status accounting, traceability, reporting, and data integrity
• Manage change control and facilitate Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), ensuring approved changes are documented, implemented, and verified
• Support planning and conduction of configuration audits, data validation, metrics analysis, and compliance reviews; identify risks and recommend corrective actions and process improvements
• Assist with interpretation of contracts and subcontracts to identify CM/DM requirements and establish compliant processes, tools, and customer deliverables
• Lead the planning, tracking, review, and delivery of contractual data items in accordance with customer requirements, quality standards, and schedules
• Ensure integration of CM/DM requirements throughout the product and system lifecycle, including SDLC, Agile, and ITIL environments
• Provide CM/DM guidance, cross-functional coordination, stakeholder reporting, and training / mentorship to junior analysts
• Support CM tool selection, implementation, optimization, and automation
• Enforce compliance with export-control requirements, including ITAR/EAR to protect intellectual property
• May provide additional, CM, engineering and program-management support as assigned

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Word

Excel

Project

SharePoint

PowerPoint

Power BI

Visio

Job description

Iridium Satellite LLC in Chandler, AZ is seeking an experienced Configuration Data Management Analyst III to oversee CM/DM processes, ensure accuracy of configuration items and documentation, and drive improvements across teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 5+ years in CM/DM, strong MS Office and CM tools skills, and familiarity with standards such as MIL-HDBK-61A, ISO9000, and DD-Form 1423.