Configuration and Data Management Specialist, Product Lifecycle

Amentum•Houston, TX

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a Configuration and Data Management Specialist, Product Lifecycle to support NASA’s Engineering Drawing Control Center (EDCC) and NASA IT Engineering Design Information Infrastructure (JEDII), NASA’s enterprise Windchill environment. The specialist will apply configuration management practices and maintain the integrity of engineering data supporting NASA programs and human spaceflight. The position serves as a technical resource to engineers, project managers, and NASA customers, helping teams use JEDII workflows and meet data-integrity requirements. The role executes configuration and data management activities in JEDII, including control and release of engineering drawings and documentation, configuration status accounting, records maintenance, audits, discrepancy resolution, and development of work instructions. Work supports NASA IT, Ellington Field, and the Sonny Carter Training Facility. The position is generally based in an office, with possible inside or outside work depending on the task. Regular attendance is critical, and the employee may need to adjust their schedule for peak periods and surge requirements. This position has been posted at multiple levels; the company may consider candidates at any advertised level. A typical background includes a bachelor’s degree and five years of experience, while the stated qualifications also call for seven or more years of direct configuration or data management experience, including at least three years supporting NASA JEDII/Windchill or an equivalent enterprise PLM system. Salary starts at $66,000, with final pay based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency may be required, and candidates must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Requirements

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and five years of experience.
Seven or more years of direct Configuration or Data Management experience, including at least three years supporting NASA’s JEDII/Windchill or an equivalent enterprise PLM system.
Demonstrated expertise in engineering drawing control, release, and revision management.
Working knowledge of NASA Procedural Requirements and configuration management requirements.
Proven ability to perform audits, investigate discrepancies, and correct data.
Strong customer support skills, including the ability to train, mentor, and resolve user issues.
Ability to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency may be required.
Ability to work outside the normal schedule and adjust schedules for peak periods and surge requirements.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and, if required, lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Professional behavior that supports productivity, teamwork, and cooperation; appropriate grooming and dress that do not create a safety risk.

Nice To Haves

Experience in EDCC operations at NASA IT or equivalent government or prime-contractor drawing control environments.
Familiarity with ICE, Confluence, SharePoint, or similar collaboration and documentation tools.
Background in technical writing for control boards, review packages, or configuration and data management documentation.
A bachelor’s degree in a technical field; extensive experience may also be considered.

Responsibilities

Execute and enforce configuration management processes within JEDII, ensuring compliance with NASA procedural requirements, NASA IT directives, and ASME Y14 standards.
Control, review, and release engineering drawings, GFE documentation, and as-built facility records across NASA IT, Ellington Field, and the Sonny Carter Training Facility.
Provide day-to-day EDCC support, including drawing research, part data reconciliation, serial and lot tracking, and historical record maintenance.
Guide, train, and consult with engineers and project staff on JEDII workflows, versioning, and approvals.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in drawing packages, audits, and documentation deliverables.
Maintain configuration status accounting and produce traceability reports for program reviews and audits.
Develop and refine configuration and data management work instructions and best practices for the JETSII team.
Collaborate with cross-program stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant data flow.
Perform other duties as required.
Maintain regular attendance and adjust the work schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.