Software Configuration Management Specialist

General Atomics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 98,100 - 171,398; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics is seeking a Software Configuration Management Specialist in San Diego, CA. This full-time position entails planning and maintaining software configuration management processes in alignment with company policies. The candidate will manage software baselines and enforce change control processes.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, a strong background in software version control, and the skill to work across functional teams. Experience in defense or aerospace is preferred.

Qualifications

• Typically requires ten or more years of related experience, equivalent experience may substitute education.
• Strong hands-on experience with software version control and builds.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain SCM processes for software projects.
• Establish software baselines, manage version control, and release strategies.
• Support change control processes including configuration audits.

Skills

Software version control

Bash scripting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Configuration management tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a related discipline

Tools

Windchill

Atlassian products

Jira

Azure DevOps

Job description

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Software Configuration Management Specialist to join our team located in Rancho Bernardo, CA. Under close supervision is responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining software configuration management processes, tools, and environments in support of complex software and systems development programs. This role ensures integrity, traceability, and controlled evolution of software baselines throughout the development lifecycle, in alignment with General Atomics policies, customer requirements, and applicable standards.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define, implement, and maintain SCM processes, standards, and procedures for multiple software development projects.
• Establish and manage software baselines, including version control, branching, merging, and release strategies.
• Support and enforce change control processes, including Change Requests (CRs), Change Control Boards (CCBs), and configuration audits.
• Ensure configuration identification, status accounting, and traceability between requirements, design, code, and test artifacts.
• Implement customer requirements and review change accounting activities to ensure compliance with configuration management procedures.
• Develop and maintain SCM documentation, including plans, work instructions, and tool usage guidelines.
• Identify opportunities to improve SCM processes and toolchains; lead or support automation initiatives (build, test, release).
• Participate in configuration management reviews with management and customer representatives.
• Mentor junior SCM and software engineering staff on SCM best practices, tools, and procedures.
• Analyze and review engineering changes with cross-functional teams (engineering, quality assurance, and manufacturing) to assess impact on products or systems and ensure compliance with customer requirements and company policy.
• Review project notifications to verify accuracy of contractual reporting requirements.
• Contribute to and maintain Software Configuration Management (SCM) Confluence documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a related discipline and ten or more years of related experience. Equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Strong hands‑on experience with software version control, builds, and releases using Windchill and Atlassian products.
• Experience supporting developers with configuration management tools (check in/out, branching, tagging).
• Experience creating software build scripts using Bash, Perl, or Shell.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycles (waterfall, agile, or hybrid) and how SCM supports each phase.
• Knowledge of configuration management concepts, principles, and related governmental regulations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and in teams, including extended hours and travel as needed.
• Ability to obtain a Government Secret clearance if required by the program.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a defense, aerospace, or other highly regulated environment with formal configuration management and data management requirements.
• Familiarity with standards and guidance such as EIA-649, MIL-HDBK-61, or similar configuration management frameworks.
• Experience with issue/defect tracking and ALM tools (for example: Jira, Azure DevOps, DOORS, or similar).
• Experience supporting multi‑site or distributed development teams.

Job Type: Full‑Time Salary

Salary range: 98,100 - 171,398