Senior Configuration Management Specialist

Redwire Space; California; On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)

Paid PTO

Paid holidays

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disabilit

HSA and FSA Options

Critical Care Plan

Accident Care Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESSP)

Job summary

Redwire Defense in San Luis Obispo, CA, seeks an experienced Configuration Management Specialist IV to lead change control, version management, and CM baseline integrity across engineering programs. You will develop CM plans, manage CM databases, and ensure compliance with DoD standards.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly organized, and capable of mentoring CM analysts while working independently or with teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and maintaining CM plans, procedures, and standards.
• Ability to lead CM analysts on projects and daily activities.
• Advanced ability with CM tools and databases.
• Experience with BOMs, ECOs, and drawing release in regulated environments.
• Proficient in PLM/PDM/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee change management, version control and release management processes.
• Mentor cross-functional teams on CM practices.
• Conduct configuration audits and prepare stakeholder reports.
• Develop and maintain CM plans and documentation.
• Manage CM database accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with DoD and CM policies.
• Support QA audits and lifecycle traceability.
• Document interim baselines with program points of contact.
• Facilitate weekly CM meetings and Change Control Board reviews.
• Provide CM training and support to engineers and technicians.

Skills

Configuration management

Change control

Audits

Documentation

PLM/PDM/ERP

Windchill

SolidWorks

EIA649

CCB facilitation

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in related technical field

CMPIC certification

NDIA certification

Tools

Windchill

SolidWorks

PLM

PDM

ERP

Job description

Description

WORK LOCATION:San Luis Obispo, CA

FLSA STATUS:Exempt

SALARY RANGE:The anticipated salary range for this role is$130,000 to $165,000 annually. This range reflects a good faith estimate based on the targeted level for the role and typical compensation benchmarks across U.S. locations. Actual compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, geographicallocation,and internal alignment.

SUMMARY

Redwire Defense is seeking an experienced Configuration Management Specialist IV to lead change control, version management, and configuration baseline integrity across our engineering programs. In this senior role, you will develop and maintain CM plans and documentation, manage configuration databases, conduct audits, and ensure compliance with DoD and organizational CM standards.

The ideal candidate is selfmotivated, highly organized, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively. This role requires a forwardthinking, processimprovement mindset to drive CM discipline, support quality assurance audits, and enhance lifecycle traceability across the organization. You will facilitate CCB reviews, assess the impact of proposed changes, mentor CM analysts, and train engineers and technicians on CM tools, processes, and best practices.

This position is wellsuited for a seasoned CM professional with strong communication skills, deep expertise in CM standards (including EIA649), and proficiency with PLM/PDM/ERP systems such as Windchill and SolidWorks.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee change management, version control, and release management processes.
• Collaborate with, guide, and mentor cross-functional teams to ensure compliant configuration management practices.
• Conduct configuration audits and prepare reports and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain configuration management plans and documentation.
• Manage the configuration management database and ensure its accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with DoD and CACI configuration management policies and standards.
• Supports quality assurance process audits.
• Work with program POCs to document the interim baseline, which includes the list of documents that contain operational system CIs.
• Facilitate weekly meetings and host Change Control Board (CCB) reviews on changes and research impact to the organization.
• Provide training, mentorship, and support to engineers and technicians on CM tools and standards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The following are a non-exhaustive list of qualifications for the position:

• Proven experience in developing and maintaining comprehensive configuration management plans, procedures, and standards.
• Strong knowledge of CM best practices and industry standards. Ability to explain core principles of configuration management to others. Can explain basics of CM standards, EIA-649, Can explain how CM relates to QMS (ISO 9001 and AS9100).
• Ability to lead other cm analysts on projects and daily activities
• Advanced ability in using a variety of configuration management tools and databases.
• Advanced Experience with Structuring Bills of Material ;managing BOMs, ECOs, and drawing release processes in a regulated or disciplined environment.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and mentor lower-level professionals.
• Must be a US person.
• Minimum of (8) years of experience as a configuration management (CM) specialist or related role
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, be customer and detail oriented and possess good decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in PLM (Product Lifecycle Management), PDM (Product Data Management), and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems.
• Experience with enterprise-level CM tools such as Windchill, Solid Works

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Aerospace/Military Doc Control Preferred
• CMPIC, NDIA certification or other accredited CM certification
• CM program lead, experience with ECP's (engineering change proposals), baseline configuration management interfacing with customer CM
• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field preferred; additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

REDWIRE DEFENSE TECHBENEFITS

• Matching 401(k)
• Paid PTO
• Paid holidays
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• HSA and FSA Options
• Critical Care Plan
• Accident Care Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESSP)

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). To comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person's status under the ITAR and the EAR.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment may involve a standard office setting while also incorporating elements of a production area. Employees will use standard office equipment, including computers, and must demonstrate stamina to sit or stand while maintaining attention to detail despite potential interruptions. The role may require occasional activities such as walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and bending. Vision is necessary for reading printed materials and a computerscreen,while hearing and speech are essential for effective communication both in person and over the telephone. Additionally, the position may necessitate travel by air or automobile. Employees may be required to use personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coats, to ensure safety in the production environment. Employees may be able toliftup to30 pounds as needed.

REDWIRE DEFENSE TECHIS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.RedwireDefense Techis committed to providing access, equal opportunityand reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment,itsservices, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources. Continued employment remains on an "At-Will" basis.