Configuration Management Specialist Jobs

Configuration management specialist jobs are open across defense, aerospace, government contracting, and manufacturing, at every level from entry-level analyst to senior and lead, with specializations in ITSM, software configuration, and baseline management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles212+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerL3Harris
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type52% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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Digital Product Configuration Management Engineer II
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Digital Product Configuration Management Engineer II
Raytheon
Tucson, Arizona
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$76k - $144k/yr
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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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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Experienced Configuration & Data Management Engineer
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Experienced Configuration & Data Management Engineer
Boeing
Saint Charles, Missouri
Automation QA
Engineering (Non-Software)
$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 Management Specialist 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 specialist jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, or a related field
  • Experience with configuration management tools such as Windchill, Jira, Subversion, or ClearCase
  • Knowledge of configuration management standards including EIA-649, MIL-HDBK-61, or ITIL
  • Ability to obtain or maintain a DoD Secret or Top Secret security clearance
  • Experience supporting change control boards and managing configuration item baselines
  • Certifications such as CMPIC or ITIL Foundation preferred for mid-level and senior roles

Tips for Your Configuration Management Specialist Job Search

Tailor your resume to CM frameworks

Highlight the specific configuration management frameworks you've worked in, whether ITIL, MIL-HDBK-61, or EIA-649. Recruiters scan for these by name, and a generic 'configuration management experience' line won't pass an ATS screen in defense or aerospace.

List every CM tool by name

Spell out each tool you've used: Windchill, DOORS, Jira, Subversion, Git, ClearCase. Many postings filter on exact tool names, so abbreviating or grouping them under 'PDM software' costs you matches you'd otherwise get.

Apply early to roles that fit

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

Target postings that match your clearance level

Many configuration management specialist roles in defense and government contracting specify a clearance requirement. Applying only to openings that match your current clearance status, whether Secret, Top Secret, or none, keeps your application competitive from the start.

Prep for change control board scenarios

Interviewers frequently ask you to walk through a real change request you managed from submission to disposition. Prepare two or three concrete examples that show how you documented scope, identified impacts, and coordinated stakeholder sign-off.

Negotiate against the full offer, not just base pay

Configuration management specialist roles in government contracting often include clearance maintenance, training budgets, and certification reimbursement. When evaluating an offer, ask specifically about CM tool access, professional development funds, and exam cost coverage before you respond.

Configuration Management Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most configuration management specialists?

L3Harris, Amazon, and Northrop Grumman are hiring the most configuration management specialists right now, with openings concentrated in California, Virginia, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong at defense primes and government contractors with active program development work.

How many configuration management specialist jobs are remote?

About 48% of configuration management specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully remote roles are more common in IT and software-focused positions than in hardware or defense programs. Roles that require physical access to classified systems or lab environments are almost always on-site.

How do you become a configuration management specialist?

Start with a degree in engineering, information systems, or a related technical field, then gain hands-on experience with configuration management tools and processes in an entry-level technical or analyst role. Earning a certification such as CMPIC or ITIL Foundation signals formal competency to employers. Building experience with change control board participation and baseline documentation accelerates your path to specialist-level positions.

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

Yes, some employers hire candidates with limited direct experience, particularly for junior or associate CM roles that provide on-the-job training. Practical exposure to version control systems, documentation workflows, or quality assurance processes strengthens your application. Highlighting coursework, internships, or any project where you tracked changes, managed documents, or supported a release process helps you compete against more experienced candidates.

What does the configuration management specialist interview process look like?

Most employers start with a recruiter screen, then move to a technical interview focused on CM standards, tools, and processes. You'll often be asked to walk through a real change request scenario or explain how you've managed configuration baselines. Some employers, especially in defense, include a panel interview with program managers or systems engineers and may ask about your experience supporting change control boards or audits.

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

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

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