Senior Configuration Management Specialist

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Senior Configuration Management Specialist to join the team in Everett, WA; Seattle, WA; San Antonio, TX; Dallas, TX; Plano, TX; Arlington, VA; Huntsville, AL; Long Beach, CA; El Segundo, CA; Huntington Beach, CA; Miami, FL; Mesa, AZ; Berkeley, MO; Ridley Park, PA; North Charleston, SC; or Tukwila, WA.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is modernizing its foundational product lifecycle management (PLM), manufacturing operations management (MOM), and enterprise resources planning (ERP) systems; enhancing its data strategies; and improving alignment of its execution processes via a program called Sapphire that is a joint effort between BDS and Boeing Information Digital Technology and Security (IDT&S).

In joining the team, you will have a specific focus on software products and be responsible for creating, revising, and assisting with the implementation of configuration management plans, processes, and procedures tailored to software development. This role requires ensuring the integrity of highly complex software projects and leading the development of product structure definitions.

Position Responsibilities:

• Create, revise, and assist in the implementation of configuration management plans, processes, and procedures specifically for software products

• Ensure the integrity of highly complex software projects' block point releases, considering alternatives and acting on authority to implement necessary changes

• Lead the development of product structure definitions for software to establish and maintain a baseline for product requirements and identification

• Oversee the development of change proposals and Configuration Control Board/review packages related to software configurations

• Present recommendations to resolve complex process-related issues in software development

• Oversee activities to capture, record, and maintain software product configuration information and reports

• Lead and conduct configuration verification and issue resolution activities for software products

• Develop solutions to complex technical problems in software that require ingenuity and creativity, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives

• Guide the successful completion of software programs and projects, functioning in a project leadership role as necessary

• Interact frequently with inter-organizational personnel and external customers, providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with software projects

• Initiate assignments and determine technical objectives to achieve desired results in software development, focusing on long-term effectiveness and organizational goals

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree or higher

• 5+ years of experience on a configuration management (CM) team and/or working closely with a configuration management (CM) team

• 5+ years of experience following the Product Data Management (PDM) systems Configuration Management Process

• Experience with Software Engineering principles including, but not limited to, Software Configuration Management, Software Architecture and Design, and Software Life Cycle Management

• Experience with Configuration Management tools and processes

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience leading and working collaboratively in a team environment

• Experience in problem-solving

• Experience applying verbal and written communication

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $112,200 – $162,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 11, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.