Configuration Manager

Quantum Space•Rockville, MD

8d•$120,000 - $140,000

About The Position

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. We are seeking an experienced Configuration Manager to lead and execute configuration management across Quantum Space programs. In this role, you will own the engineering change lifecycle, manage controlled document releases, maintain product baselines, and ensure complete configuration traceability throughout spacecraft development. You will play a critical role in enabling rapid development while maintaining the discipline, data integrity, and configuration control required to successfully deliver flight hardware and software.

Requirements

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 supporting aerospace or other complex hardware development programs.
Working knowledge of engineering change control processes, including ECRs, ECNs, COs, and configuration status accounting.
Hands-on experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or document control systems; Windchill experience strongly preferred.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and technical baselines.
Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to operate within highly controlled, auditable engineering environments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing release notices and configuration status reporting.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting spacecraft or flight programs through launch and on-orbit operations.
Familiarity with configuration management standards such as EIA-649C, ASME Y14.100, MIL-STD-100, or equivalent NASA or DoD standards.
Experience managing Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and coordinating cross-functional engineering interfaces.
Familiarity with CUI, ITAR, and EAR requirements governing controlled technical data.
Hands-on experience supporting spacecraft manufacturing, integration, or environmental test activities.
Experience working in a fast-paced aerospace startup or advanced hardware development environment.

Responsibilities

Process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and Change Orders (COs) from initiation through approval, release, and closure.
Own the release of controlled engineering documents and drawings for flight and ground systems, ensuring completeness, revision accuracy, and proper approvals prior to release.
Maintain configuration status accounting, including configuration baselines, revision history, and change status across the product configuration structure.
Coordinate Interface Control Document (ICD) distribution and engineering change activities across engineering teams and program stakeholders.
Support Configuration Control Boards (CCBs) by preparing agendas, assembling change packages, documenting meeting minutes, and tracking action items through completion.
Administer configuration management workflows within Windchill and other PLM systems while ensuring lifecycle states and metadata remain compliant with the Configuration Management Plan (CMP).
Apply appropriate Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and ITAR/EAR export control markings to controlled technical data in accordance with program and contractual requirements.
Partner closely with Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (I&T), Manufacturing, Software, and Program Management teams to facilitate efficient engineering change processing without sacrificing configuration integrity.
Support flight readiness reviews, test readiness reviews, configuration audits, and other program milestones by maintaining accurate configuration baselines and change records.