Configuration and Change Manager

Role overview Establish consistent control over configuration and change across engineering, test, integration, lab, and model-based systems engineering environments. You’ll own the processes that define baselines, assess proposed changes, record approvals, and preserve traceability through delivery. This role works closely with systems engineers, Scrum Masters, and governance boards.

Responsibilities - Maintain and improve change and configuration governance, workflows, and approval practices. - Set and track baselines for systems, software, and documentation, and address configuration drift. - Manage change intake, impact assessment, board approvals, and documented decisions. - Write and maintain process documentation, plans, and board charters. - Maintain Jira workflows for change records, configuration items, and approval gates. - Connect Git code and configuration changes to approved change records, coordinating activity with sprint and release schedules. - Facilitate engineering review and change advisory boards, and promote consistent process use across teams.

Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent experience. - 5+ years of progressive configuration or change management experience, including ownership and enforcement of control processes. - Experience working with systems engineers and change or governance boards. - Experience using Jira in an Agile or Scrum environment to manage change records, configuration items, or backlogs. - Experience with Git repository management and version control for configuration control. - Strong attention to detail, process discipline, written communication, and meeting facilitation. - U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance are required.

Nice to have - Experience configuring Jira or similar workflow tools. - ITIL 4, configuration management, or Agile/Scrum certification. - Experience supporting government customers or working in hybrid engineering environments.

Benefits and work setup - Remote work location. - U.S. benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) with company match, paid leave and holidays, and paid family leave.