Configuration Management Specialist III

Job Description

Job Description

GROW WITH US AND STAY EXTRAORDINARY :

Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight—one of San Diego’s fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small, agile, and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. We’re not just reaching for the stars—we’re engineering them. Let’s innovate the infinite, together.

A DAY IN THE LIFE :

As a Configuration Management Specialist III , you will oversee and lead Configuration Management (CM) activities across Innoflight’s programs, supporting both hardware and software efforts. Your work will ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices while driving efficiency through process improvements and automation. You will interact with cross-functional teams to maintain a robust and scalable CM practice that supports business and technical objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL DO :

• Leads Configuration Management Practices : Supports the CM department and the QA Director in maintaining and evolving CM policy, processes, and standard work to meet growing program needs.
• Implements Process Improvements : Analyzes CM processes and contributes to continuous improvement by proposing new solutions, automating workflows, and drafting new standard procedures.
• Maintains Product Baselines : Utilizes tools such as SVN to manage engineering drawings, associated parts lists, and hardware / software baselines.
• Manages Change Control : Prepares and tracks Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), ensuring timely processing and configuration control.
• Supports Certification Efforts : Aids in efforts to achieve organizational certifications such as CMMI Maturity Level 2 / 3 by ensuring compliance and supporting audit readiness.
• Coordinates with Cross-Functional Teams : Collaborates closely with Program Managers, Engineers, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to streamline document release and configuration tracking.
• Facilitates CCB Activities : Assists in the facilitation of the Configuration Control Board (CCB), tracking ECR maturity and milestones using Redmine and other project tools.
• Enhances Build & Release Capabilities : Maintains and improves software and hardware build / release processes, and manages deliverable packaging and migration into test / production environments.
• Conducts Audits & Training : Performs CM audits to ensure compliance and provides training across departments on CM tools, processes, and best practices.
• Monitors Regulatory Impact : Maintains awareness of regulatory changes that could impact CM practices and updates policies accordingly.

YOU’RE AWESOME AT :

WHAT YOU’LL NEED :

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS :

The starting base salary for this position ranges from $115,000 to $130,000 per year , depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance. Additional benefits include :

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE :

BE YOU, WITH US :

At Innoflight, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms, and you don’t need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.

YOU SHOULD KNOW :

Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

REFERRALS :

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A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES :

Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, recruiters, or any third-party sources. Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight, and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.

To California residents applying for this job, please read Innoflight’s CCPA Notice :

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