Configuration Manager

Quantum Space · Rockville, MD

Pay

$100k–150k

Setting

On-site

Apply Sign in to mark as applied ← Back to all jobs

Back to jobs Configuration Manager Rockville, MD or Hawthorne, CA Apply Quantum Space is redefining mobility and maneuverability in space. Our high-mobility spacecraft platforms support national security, civil, and commercial missions with unmatched flexibility and propulsion capability. We build fast and iterate quickly. Who We're Looking For We are seeking an experienced Configuration Management Specialist to support and execute configuration control across Quantum Space programs. You will own the day-to-day change control lifecycle — processing changes, managing document release, and maintaining configuration baselines — ensuring traceability, change control, and data integrity as the programs move from development through flight. This role is critical to maintaining mission readiness and program execution velocity. Where You'll Make an Impact Process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and Change Orders (COs) end-to-end — intake, classification, impact assessment routing, and tracking through approval and release Own release of controlled documents and drawings for flight and ground systems — verifying completeness, correct revision status, and proper markings prior to release Maintain configuration status accounting: baseline records, revision history, and open/closed change status across the configuration item structure Coordinate Interface Control Document (ICD) distribution and change coordination across engineering and program stakeholders Support Configuration Control Boards (CCBs) — prepare agendas and change packages, capture minutes, and track action items to closure Administer configuration management workflows in Windchill/PLM tooling, keeping lifecycle states and metadata aligned with the Configuration Management Plan (CMP) Apply correct CUI and export control (ITAR/EAR) markings to controlled technical data in accordance with contract and program requirements Partner closely with systems engineering, I&T, manufacturing, and software teams to keep change processing moving quickly without sacrificing control Support flight readiness reviews, test readiness reviews, and configuration audits with accurate baseline and change records. What It Takes Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience 3–6 years of experience in configuration management, document control, or engineering data management within aerospace or complex hardware programs Working knowledge of change control processes (ECR/ECN/CO) and configuration status accounting Hands-on experience with a PLM/document control tool (Windchill strongly preferred) Ability to interpret engineering drawings, bills of material, and technical baselines Exceptional attention to detail and comfort operating within formal, auditable processes Clear written and verbal communication skills, including release notices and status reporting Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance Nice-to-Have Experience Experience supporting flight programs through launch and on-orbit operations Familiarity with configuration management and documentation standards (e.g., EIA-649C, ASME Y14.100, MIL-STD-100, or DoD/NASA equivalents) Experience with ICD processes and multi-stakeholder distribution Familiarity with CUI, ITAR, and/or EAR marking requirements for controlled technical data Hands-on exposure to spacecraft manufacturing, integration, or test environments Experience working in small, fast-paced spacecraft or advanced hardware startups What You'll Get Ownership – Own the integrity of document control and release for Ranger Prime, ensuring the right hardware and software configurations fly, every time Impact – Directly support mission success by keeping the change pipeline accurate, traceable, and moving Velocity with Discipline – Enable rapid development without sacrificing control or traceability Growth – Deepen your CM expertise while working across engineering, manufacturing, and flight operations Compensation – Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, HSA, 401(k) matching, and equity sharing Location: Rockville, MD or Hawthorne, CA Base Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Quantum Space's total compensation package. Additional Requirements To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Apply now. Join us in building the next generation of spacecraft. Get new jobs like this in your inbox We'll email you when Quantum Space posts a job like this one. Create alert Apply for this job * indicates a required field First Name* Last Name* Preferred First Name Email* Phone Country* Phone* Location (City)* Locate me Resume/CV* Attach Attach Dropbox Google Drive Enter manually Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Cover Letter Attach Attach Dropbox Google Drive Enter manually Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf LinkedIn Profile Website Are you currently living in the United States?* Select... This position requires working on-site at one of our offices in Rockville, MD or Hawthorne, CA. Are you currently located near one of these offices, or would you be willing to relocate? * Select... Please select your preferred office location. Select... Desired Pay* By selecting YES, I consent to receive recruiting SMS messages from PerfectServe at the phone number provided on my job application.* Select... What is your street address?* What is your City, State and Zip Code?* For the sole purpose of determining eligibility to access export-controlled information and technology under U.S. export control laws, which of the following best describes your status? Select... Voluntary Self-Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. As set forth in Quantum Space’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. Gender Select... Are you Hispanic/Latino? Select... Race & Ethnicity Definitions If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows: A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service. An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense. An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985. Veteran Status Select... Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Form CC-305 Page 1 of 1 OMB Control Number 1250-0005 Expires 07/31/2029 Why are you being asked to complete this form? We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress towards this goal. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had one. People can become disabled, so we need to ask this question at least every five years. Completing this form is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer is confidential. No one who makes hiring decisions will see it. Your decision to complete the form and your answer will not harm you in any way. If you want to learn more about the law or this form, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp. How do you know if you have a disability? A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your “major life activities.” If you have or have ever had such a condition, you are a person with a disability. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally) Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS Blind or low vision Cancer (past or present) Cardiovascular or heart disease Celiac disease Cerebral palsy Deaf or serious difficulty hearing Diabetes Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders Epilepsy or other seizure disorder Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome Intellectual or developmental disability Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD Missing limbs or partially missing limbs Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS) Neurodivergence, for example, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities Partial or complete paralysis (any cause) Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema Short stature (dwarfism) Traumatic brain injury Disability Status Select... PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control number. This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete. Submit application Powered by

Listed by Quantum Space for a position based in the United States. Employers on this board attest they are hiring domestically.