Configuration Manager

Lunar Outpost • Arvada, CO

22d • $131,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking a Configuration Manager to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of configuration management, DevOps, or Systems Administration in the aerospace or defense industry.
• Experience with Configuration Management tools (Windchill, Bild, Jira, etc), and version control systems.
• Self-motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical deadlines.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• U.S. Person.

Nice To Haves

• Support compliance with ITAR, export control, and government data management requirements.
• Hands‑on experience following AS9100 quality requirements and CMMI processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring, maintaining, and reporting on the accuracy and completeness of Configuration Item (CI) data.
• Managing the implementation, documentation, and approval of configuration changes, including leading Change Control Board (CCB) meetings.
• Developing and enforcing configuration management plans (CMPs), including defining, developing, and operating Configuration Management (CM) baselines.
• Ensuring all engineering documentation, drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and as-built configurations are accurately maintained and traceable.
• Interfacing with systems engineering, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure consistency between hardware configurations and verified designs.
• Managing functional and physical configuration audits (FCAs and PCAs) and preparing required reports and verification documentation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer.
• Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation.
• Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions.
• Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays.
• Parental leave.
• Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level