Engineering Data Management & Configuration Management Specialist

CoAspire is a cutting-edge defense manufacturing leader in Northern Virginia, specializing in the precision assembly of advanced weapons systems. With over twelve years of innovation, we're at the forefront of building reliable, affordable mass weapons that protect and empower our nation’s warfighters. Our tight-knit team thrives in a collaborative environment where safety, quality, and work-life balance come first, with a focus on professional growth at our new 27,000 sq. ft. facility. Join us to make a tangible impact on mission-critical technology while enjoying Northern Virginia's vibrant community.

Position:

You will serve as an Engineering Data Management & Configuration Management Specialist supporting advanced Department of Defense (DoD) engineering programs. This role is responsible for maintaining engineering data integrity, configuration control, technical documentation management, and lifecycle support activities across complex hardware and software development environments.

You will work closely with systems engineers, program managers, software and hardware teams, quality personnel, and government stakeholders to ensure accurate configuration accountability and compliance throughout the engineering lifecycle. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced working within secure, highly regulated defense environments.

Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain engineering data repositories, product baselines, and controlled technical documentation
• Support configuration identification, change control, configuration status accounting, and configuration audits
• Manage engineering changes, software releases, hardware documentation, and lifecycle baseline updates
• Maintain strict configuration integrity, traceability, and version control across technical data environments
• Collect, review, track, route, archive, and maintain Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables
• Support technical writing, editing, formatting standardization, and documentation quality improvement initiatives
• Utilize and support Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and engineering data systems including Windchill, SharePoint, Jira, and related platforms
• Ensure proper access permissions, workflow management, and data integrity within engineering repositories
• Support Configuration Control Boards (CCB), Technical Review Boards (TRB), Failure Review Boards (FRB), and Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR)
• Prepare technical review packages, meeting agendas, action item tracking, meeting minutes, and closeout documentation
• Coordinate with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), engineering leadership, and program stakeholders to maintain accurate technical records and project status
• Support software and hardware anomaly tracking activities ensuring timely reporting and traceability
• Manage classified and unclassified technical data in accordance with government security procedures and marking requirements
• Support audits, self-inspections, corrective actions, and compliance initiatives
• Contribute to process improvement and continuous improvement efforts supporting engineering lifecycle management

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Technical Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
• 3 years of experience supporting engineering data management, configuration management, or technical documentation within a DoD or regulated environment
• Experience with Windchill PLM and/or other PLM/data management systems
• Experience supporting engineering review boards and change management processes
• Knowledge of configuration management principles and engineering lifecycle processes
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced, highly regulated environments
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance

Desired Skills:

• Experience supporting Navy or DoD weapons systems programs
• Familiarity with: ARAS Innovator, SharePoint Administration, Jira Administration, and MBSE/CAMEO environments
• Understanding of CMMC and NIST 800-171 requirements
• Experience handling classified technical data and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
• Experience supporting software and hardware anomaly tracking systems
• Active DoD security clearance preferred
• Experience with: Engineering Documentation Control, Configuration Status Accounting, CDRL Management, Change Management Processes, Technical Review Coordination, Audit & Compliance Tracking

What We Offer:

Beyond competitive pay, we offer:

• Full benefits from day one: medical, dental and vision
• 401(k) with generous company match and immediate vesting
• PTO and Federal holidays