Configuration Management Specialist

Project Overview - PTSS C5ISR Hardware & Software Program

The Lockwood Group is seeking a Configuration Management Specialist to support a C5ISR hardware and software effort for a U.S. Army customer located at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD. This program provides engineering, programmatic, and lifecycle support to enhance mission-critical command, control, communications, computers, cyber, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C5ISR) capabilities in support of Army modernization priorities.

Salary 125-130k

Position Overview

The Configuration Management Specialist supports the control, tracking, and integrity of system configurations across development, integration, fielding, and sustainment activities. This role is responsible for maintaining configuration baselines, managing change activity, and ensuring that hardware, software, and documentation are properly controlled and accessible across the program.

This position plays a key role in coordinating across engineering, program, and logistics teams to ensure consistent configuration management practices and continuity of support.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain configuration management processes, procedures, and documentation in alignment with DoD and Army standards
• Manage and maintain configuration baselines (functional, allocated, and product baselines) across the system lifecycle
• Track, log, categorize, and maintain configuration changes, including Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Requests for Change (RFCs), and deviations/waivers
• Support and coordinate Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), including documentation, scheduling, and tracking of decisions and actions
• Maintain configuration status accounting records and provide reporting to support program execution
• Manage and control technical documentation and system artifacts, ensuring proper versioning, traceability, and accessibility
• Support software and configuration item distribution processes, including tracking requests, maintaining repositories, and ensuring access to current approved versions
• Maintain configuration repositories by organizing, archiving, and controlling access to system artifacts to ensure data integrity and continuity
• Conduct and support inventory and accountability of hardware and software configuration items
• Support configuration audits (e.g., Functional and Physical Configuration Audits) and assist in audit preparation activities
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (engineering, logistics, program management) to align configuration management activities across systems and lifecycle phases
• Develop and maintain tracking tools and processes to improve visibility into configuration status and changes
• Provide guidance and support to team members on configuration management processes and best practices

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5-10+ years of relevant experience in configuration management, systems support, or technical data management
• Experience supporting DoD or Army programs, preferably within C5ISR or similar mission systems
• Strong understanding of configuration management principles, including baselines, change control, and status accounting
• Experience supporting change management processes (ECPs, CCBs, audits)
• Experience managing technical documentation, repositories, or configuration tools
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively across multiple teams and stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting programs at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) or within Army C5ISR environments
• Familiarity with systems engineering lifecycle processes and DoD acquisition frameworks
• Experience with configuration management, data management, or product lifecycle management tools
• Experience supporting system fielding, integration, or sustainment activities
• CMII or equivalent configuration management certification

Security Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• Must successfully pass a background check
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Compliance with organizational security protocols and data handling policies

May require:

o Criminal history screening

o Employment verification

o Education verification

o Motor vehicle record check

o Drug screening (if applicable to your organization)

Travel Requirements:

• Travel: Occasional (0-10%)

Why Join The Lockwood Group

The Lockwood Group offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package. The Lockwood benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and/or families. Lockwood also includes basic life insurance for the employee plus an option to purchase short- and long-term disability. Employees are eligible to enroll in the company's 401k plan. Employees will also accrue paid time off and holidays. Additional voluntary options include supplemental insurance plans.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.