Configuration Management Engineer Jobs

Configuration Management Engineer jobs are open across defense, aerospace, government contracting, and enterprise software, from junior to senior and principal levels, with specializations in DevOps toolchain management, CMDB administration, and release configuration control. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles216+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerL3Harris
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type52% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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Experienced Configuration & Data Management Engineer
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Experienced Configuration & Data Management Engineer
Boeing
Berkeley, Missouri
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
UI/UX Design
$104k - $140k/yr
Bachelor's degree in Physics
10,000+

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Senior Manager, Change & Configuration Management Amazon Leo, D2D Software
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Senior Manager, Change & Configuration Management Amazon Leo, D2D Software
Amazon.com
Redmond, Washington
Customer Support
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
$195k - $263k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Manager, Product Life Cycle & Configuration Management
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Manager, Product Life Cycle & Configuration Management
Eaton
Highland, Illinois
Cloud Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$130k - $190k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Configuration Data Management Analyst
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Configuration Data Management Analyst
SAIC
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Business Analysis
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$120k - $160k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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Configuration Management Analyst/Management Analyst, ​Journeyman
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Configuration Management Analyst/Management Analyst, ​Journeyman
StraCon Services Group, LLC.
Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
$73k - $110k/yr
Bachelor of Science
2-10

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Configuration Management Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

L3Harris9 open roles
Amazon6 open roles
Northrop Grumman6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in configuration management engineer jobs.

  • Experience with configuration management tools such as Git, Subversion, or ClearCase
  • Proficiency in CI/CD pipeline tools including Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar platforms
  • Familiarity with CMDB platforms such as ServiceNow or BMC Remedy
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, systems engineering, or a related technical field
  • ITIL Foundation certification or equivalent change and release management training
  • Active secret clearance or eligibility for a security clearance in defense-sector roles

Tips for Your Configuration Management Engineer Job Search

Tailor your resume to clearance requirements

Many configuration management engineer postings in defense and government contracting require an active secret or top secret clearance. List your clearance level, issuing agency, and adjudication date prominently so hiring managers don't have to dig for it.

Highlight version control and toolchain depth

Employers want specifics. Name every tool you've administered, from Git and SVN to Jira, Confluence, Artifactory, and Jenkins, and describe the scale: team size, release cadence, and environment complexity tell more than a tools list alone.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists configuration management engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Quantify your change management impact

Interviewers ask how you've reduced configuration drift or deployment failures. Before your interview, prepare two or three concrete scenarios where your CM processes measurably improved release stability, audit outcomes, or rollback time.

Target postings by contract vehicle when possible

Federal CM roles often attach to specific contract vehicles like SEWP, CIO-SP3, or GSA schedules. When you spot a vehicle in a posting, mentioning familiarity with its compliance requirements in your cover letter signals you understand the contracting environment.

Prepare for technical scenario questions on baseline management

Expect interviewers to walk you through a scenario where a release breaks a baseline or an audit uncovers configuration discrepancies. Practice articulating your triage process, documentation steps, and how you restore a verified baseline under pressure.

Configuration Management Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most configuration management engineers?

The most active employers for configuration management engineers right now are L3Harris, Amazon, and Northrop Grumman, and the most openings are in California, Virginia, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors and large systems integrators tend to post the highest volumes of these roles.

How many configuration management engineer jobs are remote?

About 48% of configuration management engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by sector. Roles focused on enterprise DevOps toolchain management and CMDB administration tend to be more remote-eligible, while positions tied to classified programs or on-site lab environments are almost always on-site.

How do you become a configuration management engineer?

Start with a technical degree in computer science, systems engineering, or information technology, then build hands-on experience with version control systems and CI/CD pipelines in an entry-level IT or DevOps role. Earning an ITIL Foundation certification and gaining exposure to CMDB platforms strengthens your candidacy. Moving into a dedicated configuration management role typically follows one to several years working in release engineering, systems administration, or DevOps support.

Can you get a configuration management engineer job with little experience?

Yes, entry-level configuration management engineer roles do exist, particularly at large defense contractors and IT service firms that hire for structured training programs. Candidates with internship experience managing code repositories, contributing to CI/CD pipelines, or supporting change management processes in any technical capacity are competitive. Demonstrating familiarity with Git, a ticketing system, and basic ITIL concepts goes a long way at the junior level.

What does the configuration management engineer interview process look like?

Most processes start with a recruiter screen focused on your toolchain experience and clearance status, followed by a technical interview where you walk through how you manage baselines, handle configuration drift, and structure release pipelines. A second technical round often includes scenario questions around audit preparation or rollback procedures. Final rounds typically involve a panel with engineering leads or a program manager, particularly at defense and government contracting firms.

Where can I find and apply to configuration management engineer jobs?

You can find and apply to configuration management engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and clearance level and apply directly to each listing.

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