Engineering Configuration & Change Manager

Apex Technology, Inc.•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$140,000 - $195,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Apex is looking for an Engineering Configuration & Change Manager to own the integrity and evolution of our product designs and operational systems. This role sits at the intersection of engineering, operations, and production- acting as the control layer that ensures every change is tracked, assessed, and executed without breaking what's already working. You'll govern how we manage BOMs, implement design changes, and coordinate high-stakes operational updates across satellites, ground systems, and infrastructure. You're the person who makes sure we move fast without losing traceability, scalability, or reliability.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or related technical field
7+ years of experience in configuration management, change management, or engineering operations
Hands-on experience with PLM systems (Teamcenter, Windchill, Enovia, or equivalent)
Experience managing engineering changes (ECR/ECO) through full release and production cycles
Proven ability to lead cross-functional boards and drive accountability across teams
Strong risk assessment and impact analysis skills for hardware, software, and infrastructure changes
Experience supporting aerospace, satellite, telecommunications, or mission-critical environments
Ability to read technical documentation, drawings, and specifications
Strong ownership mindset in fast-paced, high-ambiguity startup environments

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in engineering, business administration, or related fields
Certification in configuration management
Experience with aerospace standards (AS9100, ARP4754, DO-160/178)
Background in satellite systems, avionics, propulsion, or ground infrastructure
Experience working with contract manufacturers and managing BOM execution at scale
Scripting or data analysis skills (Python, SQL) for metrics and reporting automation
Experience in high-reliability or high-rate production environments

Responsibilities

Establish Change Management policies, standards, and governance frameworks
Own and maintain product BOM structures and configuration baselines
Lead Change Control Board meetings and process
Perform impact analysis and risk assessment for all engineering changes
Coordinate ECO implementation across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and operations teams
Drive configuration audits to verify hardware-software-documentation alignment across production units
Analyze change-related incidents and drive corrective actions to reduce failure rates and impacts
Resolve conflicts between competing priorities and schedule changes to avoid operational disruptions
Partner with supply chain to ensure BOMs are executable and changes don't create procurement risks
Identify automation opportunities to improve workflow efficiency and reduce manual governance overhead
Act as the bridge between design, production, operations, and test to ensure continuous improvement

Benefits

Receive equity in Apex
100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents
$100k life insurance at no cost
Comprehensive PTO package - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually
10 paid holidays
Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
8 weeks paid parental leave
Childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
Daily catered lunch
Unlimited snacks
Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings for you and your family
Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self