Configuration Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Configuration Manager roles qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B visa, making employer sponsorship achievable for candidates with a relevant bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or engineering. Many defense contractors and federal IT vendors sponsor through H-1B or EB-3, with LCA filings common across the technology and government services sectors.
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We are a dynamic and diverse team supporting recurring multi-year, critical programs, seeking an experienced individual to manage a cross-program Configuration and Data Management (CM/DM) team supporting multiple programs across the ISR&SE Portfolio.
WHO YOU ARE
An ideal candidate is someone who likes to be challenged, solve problems, and be a contributing member of a highly skilled program team. You will be focusing on maintaining configuration control of technical and programmatic documentation, and managing physical control of media including customer deliveries.
THE WORK
As part of the CM/DM team your job responsibilities will include following:
- Configuration/data management plans and standard operating procedures for the ISR&SE programs
- Interpreting customers’ proposals statements of work (SOWs) to develop CM/DM basis of estimates
- Reviewing customer SOWs to develop S/CDRL delivery schedules and document number schema
- Analyzing S/CDRL requirements lists, generating soon due lists to ensure on-time S/CDRL delivery submittals, tracking S/CDRL metrics, and supporting releases to deliver approved deliverable and non-deliverable artifacts while implementing controls to ensure integrity
The Candidate will be responsible for managing a team of CM/DM professionals and coordinating employee recruitment, talent development, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions for their team.
WHY JOIN US
Our flexible schedules, balance of in office and at home work, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. Check out our beautiful facility online, search ‘Lockheed Martin Deer Creek Facility in Littleton CO’. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of experience in Configuration Management (CM), Data Management (DM), or a closely related discipline
- Practical expertise with a mainstream CM/DM tool (e.g., Windchill, EPDM) – ability to navigate the tool and run change-control activities
- Solid knowledge of project-management life-cycle and document-workflow processes, including scheduling, tracking, and submission of contractually required S/CDRLs
- Understanding of Data-Management principles and ability to apply them in a program-wide context
- Strong written and oral communication – capable of producing clear status reports, board minutes, and configuration plans; comfortable interfacing with engineering, contracts, and quality stakeholders
DESIRED SKILLS
Demonstrated facilitation experience for one or more of the following boards (or equivalent processes):
- Engineering Review Board (ERB) / Configuration Control Board (CCB) / Process Review Board (PRB) / Risk & Opportunity Management Board (ROMB) / Program Change Control Board (PCCB)
- Direct supervisory experience (at least 8 direct reports) or a proven track record of coaching and performance-review responsibility
- Ability to multitask and lead across several competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Strong time management skills
PAY INFORMATION
Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills as well as market (work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
BENEFITS OFFERED
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full-time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
WHO WE ARE
We are a dynamic and diverse team supporting recurring multi-year, critical programs, seeking an experienced individual to manage a cross-program Configuration and Data Management (CM/DM) team supporting multiple programs across the ISR&SE Portfolio.
WHO YOU ARE
An ideal candidate is someone who likes to be challenged, solve problems, and be a contributing member of a highly skilled program team. You will be focusing on maintaining configuration control of technical and programmatic documentation, and managing physical control of media including customer deliveries.
THE WORK
As part of the CM/DM team your job responsibilities will include following:
- Configuration/data management plans and standard operating procedures for the ISR&SE programs
- Interpreting customers’ proposals statements of work (SOWs) to develop CM/DM basis of estimates
- Reviewing customer SOWs to develop S/CDRL delivery schedules and document number schema
- Analyzing S/CDRL requirements lists, generating soon due lists to ensure on-time S/CDRL delivery submittals, tracking S/CDRL metrics, and supporting releases to deliver approved deliverable and non-deliverable artifacts while implementing controls to ensure integrity
The Candidate will be responsible for managing a team of CM/DM professionals and coordinating employee recruitment, talent development, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions for their team.
WHY JOIN US
Our flexible schedules, balance of in office and at home work, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. Check out our beautiful facility online, search ‘Lockheed Martin Deer Creek Facility in Littleton CO’. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of experience in Configuration Management (CM), Data Management (DM), or a closely related discipline
- Practical expertise with a mainstream CM/DM tool (e.g., Windchill, EPDM) – ability to navigate the tool and run change-control activities
- Solid knowledge of project-management life-cycle and document-workflow processes, including scheduling, tracking, and submission of contractually required S/CDRLs
- Understanding of Data-Management principles and ability to apply them in a program-wide context
- Strong written and oral communication – capable of producing clear status reports, board minutes, and configuration plans; comfortable interfacing with engineering, contracts, and quality stakeholders
DESIRED SKILLS
Demonstrated facilitation experience for one or more of the following boards (or equivalent processes):
- Engineering Review Board (ERB) / Configuration Control Board (CCB) / Process Review Board (PRB) / Risk & Opportunity Management Board (ROMB) / Program Change Control Board (PCCB)
- Direct supervisory experience (at least 8 direct reports) or a proven track record of coaching and performance-review responsibility
- Ability to multitask and lead across several competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Strong time management skills
PAY INFORMATION
Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills as well as market (work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
BENEFITS OFFERED
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full-time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Configuration Manager
Frame your CM credentials around specialty occupation
USCIS scrutinizes whether Configuration Manager roles require a specific bachelor's degree. Document that your position demands computer science, information systems, or engineering credentials, not a generalist degree, to strengthen the specialty occupation argument in your LCA and I-129 filing.
Target defense contractors with active security clearances
Federal IT and defense contractors frequently sponsor Configuration Managers because cleared CM roles are hard to fill domestically. Prioritize employers holding active government contracts, since those firms file LCAs regularly and already have immigration counsel familiar with CM position descriptions.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the wage level your employer intends to certify. Configuration Manager roles certified at Level I carry higher RFE risk. Level II or III wage attestations align better with mid-career CM responsibilities and reduce DOL scrutiny during LCA review.
Search Migrate Mate for verified CM sponsoring employers
Find Configuration Manager roles at employers with confirmed LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. Focusing your applications on companies that have already sponsored similar positions cuts wasted outreach and surfaces openings where the HR and legal processes for sponsorship are already established.
Get your CMII or ITIL certification documented early
Employers writing specialty occupation support letters for CM roles frequently cite industry certifications alongside your degree. Having your CMII, ITIL, or CCCA credentials formally documented and listed on your resume before the offer stage strengthens the employer's RFE defense if USCIS questions specialty occupation status.
Clarify H-1B portability rules before switching CM contracts
If you're already in H-1B status and moving to a new Configuration Manager role, your new employer can file a transfer petition and you can start work once it's received by USCIS. You don't need to wait for approval, but confirm the new role still meets specialty occupation standards to avoid status issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Configuration Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the employer must demonstrate the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, information systems, or systems engineering. Generic CM job descriptions that accept any bachelor's degree can trigger a Request for Evidence from USCIS. Employers with detailed, technical position descriptions listing specific software tools and configuration methodologies have a stronger case.
Which visa types are most commonly used to sponsor Configuration Manager positions?
H-1B is the most common path for private-sector CM roles because the position qualifies as a specialty occupation. EB-3 skilled worker green cards are also used for longer-term sponsorship, requiring a PERM labor certification filed with DOL. TN visa is not applicable since Configuration Manager is not listed among USMCA professions. J-1 visa is rarely used for this occupation type.
Do employers in the defense and federal IT sectors sponsor Configuration Managers differently than commercial firms?
Defense contractors and federal IT vendors follow the same H-1B LCA and I-129 process as commercial employers, but they often have established immigration workflows because CM roles are recurring on government contracts. Some positions also require security clearances, which you can begin the investigation process for after you're hired, though clearance-required roles may limit the initial applicant pool for sponsored candidates.
Where can I find Configuration Manager jobs where employers are already willing to sponsor?
Migrate Mate lists Configuration Manager roles at employers with verified sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already filed for similar positions. This avoids the common frustration of going through multiple interview rounds before discovering a company doesn't sponsor visas.
What degree background do employers typically require when sponsoring a Configuration Manager on an H-1B?
Most sponsoring employers require a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, software engineering, or a closely related technical discipline. Because USCIS expects the degree field to directly relate to the CM duties, a business or liberal arts degree typically won't support the specialty occupation argument even if you have extensive CM experience. Some employers cite O*NET to substantiate the degree requirement in their position documentation.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Configuration Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.