Senior Configuration Management Specialist

Redwire Defense Tech; San Luis Obispo (CA); 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

Disability insurance

Job summary

Redwire Defense Tech seeks an experienced Configuration Management Specialist IV to lead change control, version management, and CM baseline integrity across engineering programs. You will develop and maintain CM plans, manage CM databases, conduct audits, and ensure DoD and internal CM standards are followed.

You will oversee CM processes, mentor analysts, facilitate CCB reviews, and drive lifecycle traceability while collaborating with cross-functional teams using Windchill and SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing and maintaining CM plans, procedures and standards.
• Strong knowledge of CM best practices, EIA-649, and related standards.
• Ability to lead CM analysts on projects and daily activities.
• Advanced experience with CM tools and databases.
• Experience with BOMs, ECOs, and drawing release processes in regulated environments.
• US person status and 8+ years CM-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee change management, version control, and release management processes.
• Mentor cross-functional teams to ensure compliant CM practices.
• Conduct configuration audits and prepare stakeholder reports.
• Develop and maintain CM plans and documentation.
• Manage CM database accuracy and integrity.
• Ensure compliance with DoD and CM policies.

Skills

Communication

Mentoring

Independent worker

Customer focus

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's or higher in a technical field

Tools

Windchill

SolidWorks

ERP systems

PDM/PLM systems

Job description

WORK LOCATION

San Luis Obispo, CA

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

SALARY RANGE

The anticipated salary range for this role is $1 30,000 to $1 65,000 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, geographical location, 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 self‑motivated, highly organized, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively. This role requires a forward‑thinking, process‑improvement 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 well‑suited for a seasoned CM professional with strong communication skills, deep expertise in CM standards (including EIA‑649), 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 TECH BENEFITS

• 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 computer screen, 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 to lift up to 30 pounds as needed.

REDWIRE DEFENSE TECH IS 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.

Redwire Defense Tech is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources. Continued employment remains on an “At‑Will” basis.