Configuration Management Specialist at Electra in Manassas, VA

The Role

As our Configuration Management Specialist, you will support configuration management activities across the organization, ensuring the integrity, traceability, and control of all engineering data, hardware, and software throughout the product lifecycle. This is a highly impactful, cross-functional role where you'll support development and maintainenance of configuration management processes that enable engineering, operations, and program teams to move efficiently while maintaining compliance and quality standards.

You'll serve as a key steward of Electra's configuration management infrastructure, building robust processes, managing changes, and supporting certification efforts for a cutting-edge aircraft program.

What You'll Do

• Support development and implementation of configuration management policies, procedures, and best practices across the organization
• Manage configuration items, including hardware, software, and documentation
• Maintain accurate, complete, and auditable records of system configurations and changes
• Implement and oversee version control processes for engineering data and documentation
• Manage change requests and coordinate approval workflows through Configuration Control Boards (CCBs)
• Conduct impact assessments for proposed changes and ensure compliance with internal processes and regulatory requirements
• Perform regular configuration audits to verify alignment between documented and actual system configurations
• Maintain configuration databases and ensure information is accessible for stakeholders and audits
• Partner closely with engineering, operations, program leadership, suppliers, and certification teams to ensure effective configuration control
• Support software releases, hardware baselines, and lifecycle configuration tracking
• Serve as a central point of contact for configuration management practices across the organization

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Hands-on experience in configuration management or systems administration, preferably in aerospace or a regulated industry
• Strong knowledge of configuration management principles, processes, and industry best practices
• Experience with PLM systems, preferably Teamcenter
• Experience implementing configuration management processes at the company or program level
• Familiarity with software release management and dependencies across complex systems
• Understanding of full product lifecycle and how configuration management integrates into each phase
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional environments

Bonus Points

• Experience supporting configuration management on a commercial aircraft development program
• Experience conducting audits and ensuring compliance with internal and external standards
• Familiarity with version control tools such as Git or SVN
• Experience with software deployment, release management, and patching processes
• Knowledge of FAA regulatory requirements related to design control