Configuration Management, (Product Specialist)

DZYNE Technologies • Irvine, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Configuration Management (Product Specialist) is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, accuracy, and integrity of configuration data across hardware, software, and documentation for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The role executes established configuration management processes and ensures released designs, builds, and deployed systems remain aligned with approved baselines. It works closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations to support controlled change and traceability throughout the product lifecycle.

The position is based on-site in Irvine, California, or Tucson, Arizona. Travel is less than 10%. The role requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws, including ITAR, and employment is contingent on meeting applicable eligibility and compliance requirements. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States full-time without current or future employment visa sponsorship. No security clearance is required.

The work environment may range from a general office to warehouse and other facilities. Physical demands include the ability to stop, stand, climb, occasionally lift at least 25 pounds, and move between departments, floors, and worksites. The stated annual salary range is $90,000–$108,000, depending on relevant factors, and the position is eligible for an annual bonus. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package, paid time off and holidays, and a 401(k) plan with employer match and immediate vesting.

Requirements

• 1–4 years of experience and working knowledge of engineering change processes and document control practices.
• Experience maintaining configuration data in a regulated or production-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with BOM management and revision control.
• Experience using PLM/PDM systems and structured data repositories.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and follow defined processes.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including stopping, standing, climbing, occasionally lifting at least 25 pounds, and moving between departments, floors, and worksites.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without current or future employment visa sponsorship.
• Must meet applicable U.S. export control eligibility requirements and compliance obligations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in aerospace, UAS, defense, robotics, or complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with prototype-to-production transitions.
• Experience supporting manufacturing or fielded systems.
• Exposure to ERP/MRP integrations.
• Understanding of basic configuration management principles, including identification, control, and status accounting.
• Relevant experience in a structured technical, manufacturing, operations, or regulated environment; formal education in a technical field is a plus but is not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain configuration records for hardware, software, firmware, and documentation.
• Process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) according to established configuration management procedures.
• Create metrics to track the status of change-control measures and ensure changes are documented and managed efficiently.
• Own and host Change Control Board (CCB) meetings, ensure the appropriate stakeholders are present, and facilitate cohesive discussions.
• Manage Bills of Materials (BOMs), part numbers, revisions, and effectivity.
• Ensure accurate release, version control, and status tracking of drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Update and maintain configuration data in PDM, MRP, and related enterprise systems.
• Support Item Card creation in ERP for external teams, ensuring accurate data entry.
• Support configuration status accounting and reporting.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing configuration evidence and traceability.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure released configurations are build-ready and aligned with production.
• Coordinate with GNC and Flight Operations teams to release aircraft configuration files for field use.
• Track configuration deviations and assist in documenting approved variances.
• Maintain the PDM Administration Tool, assign organizational access, and assist with related IT issues.

Benefits

• Annual bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits package.
• Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits fully covered by DZYNE.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with employer match and immediate vesting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed