Configuration Management

Description

You will be the Sr. Configuration Analyst for the Configuration Management & Data Integrity Team. Our team safeguards product truth, trust, and traceability (T3) by governing revision control, documentation traceability, and baseline management across engineering and manufacturing

What You Will Be Doing

As the Sr. Configuration Analyst you will be responsible for driving configuration‑baseline control and data‑management rigor for critical defense programs. Working side‑by‑side with world‑class design engineers, you’ll design, develop, and sustain traceability processes, evaluate engineering change proposals, and ensure all CM/DM practices meet contractual and internal standards throughout the product lifecycle.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage product revision control and maintain the authoritative configuration baseline.

• Design and support documentation‑traceability workflows for manufacturing and engineering teams.

• Review, log, categorize, and track engineering changes against approved customer baselines.

• Analyze Technical Data Packages and notify impacted stakeholders of configuration impacts.

• Ensure CM and DM processes are fully compliant with contract, regulatory, and internal requirements.

• Lead change‑management activities from concept through product sustainment.

• Contribute to special projects and cross‑site initiatives that enhance T3 fidelity.

• Produce clear, concise communications and documentation for highly detailed, mission‑critical work.

• Mentor junior analysts and share best practices within the team.

You’re a collaborative, detail‑oriented professional who thrives in fast‑paced, mission‑critical environments. You’ll be surrounded by a culture that empowers bold thinking, continuous learning, and growth‑mindset leadership. You’ll benefit from world‑class resources, a flexible work environment, all while making a tangible impact on national security and pioneering technology. If you’re ready to turn your passion for configuration management into a career that shapes the future, apply today and help us build a better tomorrow.

The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance. An Interim Secret is required to start.

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree with at least 10 years of Configuration Management-related experience.

-Experience with the application of CM-related policies, procedures and tools.

-Ability to understand and interpret Bills of Materials (BOMs), and drawings.

-Demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-disciplined teams.

-Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite Products (i.e. Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

-Strong and accurate attention to detail.

-Business Acumen

-Self-starter and independent working attributes are essential.

-Ability to manage multiple assignments effectively.

-Strong written and verbal communication skills.

-Solid organizational and document management skills.

Skills

Configuration management, PLM systems, technical data package, Jira, Windchill

Top Skills Details

Configuration management,PLM systems,technical data package

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Desired Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of professional experience.

• CM Certifications are preferred.

-Experience with Product Life cycle Management (PLM) systems.

-Experience with ERP, SharePoint, Windchill, JIRA, and/or Confluence.

-Configuration Management Principles and Applications SAE EIA-649.

-Familiarity with electronics manufacturing or design.

-Previous experience in a defense, aerospace, military, or logistics environment would be a plus.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Andover, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $43.17/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Andover,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.