Senior Configuration Management Specialist

Job Title: Senior Configuration Management Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Configuration Management Specialist to collaborate with stakeholders in developing and implementing Configuration Management (CM) and Quality Assurance (QA) related procedures. The role involves working across mechanical, electrical, and software domains to identify metrics supporting continuous improvement. The specialist will administer and optimize Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Product Data Management (PDM) environments, such as Arena and SolidWorks PDM, to enhance program efficiency and maintain data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement CM and QA procedures, identifying metrics for continuous improvement.
• Administer and optimize PLM/PDM environments including Arena and SolidWorks PDM.
• Manage changes to technical documentation, parts lists, drawings, and software according to standards.
• Track change requests, deviations, and waivers through review and approval cycles.
• Coordinate the processing, review, and documentation of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Requests for Deviation (RFD), and Requests for Waiver (RFW).
• Support Change Control Boards (CCBs) and Failure Review Boards (FRBs).
• Conduct audits, inspections, and assessments of configuration items (CIs) to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage the execution of Arena, SolidWorks, and Git as required.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in CM and QA, supporting government programs related to software and hardware.
• Expert-level experience with Arena PLM and SolidWorks PDM.
• In-depth knowledge of CM and QA standards, particularly MIL-HDBK-61 and related DoD guidelines.
• Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of applicable experience, or equivalent experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with additional PLM/PDM tools.
• Active Secret or Top-Secret security clearance is a plus.

Work Environment

The position offers a hybrid work environment, initially requiring onsite presence three days a week, with flexibility to work from home once established. The focus is on completing work in an environment that suits employees best.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wilmington, MA.

The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $140000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Wilmington,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $125,000 - $140,000