Senior Configuration & Data Manager

Configuration & Data Manager
Location: Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio Security Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance Required (SCI/SAP Eligibility)
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Overview
MTSI is seeking an experienced Configuration & Data Manager to support aircraft modernization and sustainment programs at WPAFB. In this role, you will ensure the integrity and control of technical baselines, engineering documentation, and program data throughout the lifecycle of complex Air Force weapon systems.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in configuration management, data management, technical order processes, and engineering documentation control, helping ensure aircraft systems remain mission-ready, secure, and compliant with Air Force standards.
Responsibilities • Develop and maintain Configuration Management (CM) processes and plans in support of Air Force acquisition and sustainment programs. • Perform configuration identification, change control, status accounting, and configuration audits. • Manage technical data, engineering documentation, reports, briefings, and drawing packages throughout the program lifecycle. • Administer and track Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), including receipt, distribution, forecasting, and archival activities. • Support Configuration Control Boards (CCBs) and change management activities. • Review engineering and systems documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with program requirements. • Analyze configuration and data management issues and coordinate corrective actions with government and contractor stakeholders. • Develop and improve CM, Data Management, and Technical Order processes in accordance with Air Force and AFLCMC policies, procedures, and standards. • Maintain configuration-controlled environments and ensure traceability of system baselines.
Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Management, Information Systems, or related discipline. • Minimum of 10 years of Configuration Management and/or Data Management experience supporting major aircraft programs or complex Department of Defense systems. • Advanced knowledge of:  o Configuration Management o Data Management o Technical Order Management o Engineering Data Management o Deficiency Reporting processes • Experience supporting configuration-controlled environments and technical baseline management. • Ability to review and interpret engineering and systems documentation. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including briefing senior leadership and presenting technical information to diverse audiences. • U.S. Citizenship required.
Preferred Qualifications • Experience supporting Air Force acquisition, modernization, or sustainment programs. • Familiarity with AFLCMC, AFSC, or aircraft sustainment organizations. • Experience with Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), engineering change processes, and technical data repositories. • Prior experience supporting aircraft sustainment, logistics, or weapon system lifecycle management programs.
Education & Experience • Master's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience; or • Bachelor's degree and 18+ years of relevant experience.
Clearance Requirements • Active DoD Top Secret (TS) security clearance required. • Must be eligible for SCI access and SAP assignment.
Desired Attributes • Detail-oriented and highly organized professional. • Strong customer-service mindset and ability to work in a collaborative environment. • Passion for supporting aerospace, defense, and national security missions. • Commitment to continuous improvement, professional growth, and mission excellence.
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