If you're the kind of professional who understands that every system, update, and modification has to be controlled, traceable, and mission-ready, this role puts you at the center of that discipline.
We're seeking a
Lifecycle Configuration Manager to support critical Department of Defense programs at Hanscom AFB in Bedford, MA. In this position, you'll ensure configuration integrity across the full system lifecycle-managing baselines, tracking changes, and maintaining the technical accuracy needed to support complex, high-impact defense capabilities.
This is a role for someone who thrives in structured environments where precision, accountability, and lifecycle discipline directly support mission success.
Job Responsibilities:- Provide CM of all relevant program artifacts.
- Archive acquisition documentation.
- Review and analyze the development/sustainment Contractor's CM program and data deliveries for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
- Maintain CM files including configuration identification, change control, and status accounting records.
- Convene and manage the Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), Technical Review Boards (TRBs), and record approved changes and results.
- Participate in cross-functional change control boards to evaluate proposed changes.
- Review and analyze proposed changes to ensure operational and sustainment capabilities are not adversely affected by the changes.
- Review the CCB membership list for currency and completeness.
- Support Engineering Assessments.
- Prepare for, conduct, and/or support major audits such as Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs) and Functional Configuration Audits (FCAs).
- Record and maintain assessment and audit findings, minutes, and action items.
- Report the Development/Sustainment's data delivery status.
- Support pre- and post-contract award data reviews.
- Review and analyze the development/sustainment Contractor's conformance to CDRL requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Technical Experience Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Active Secret Security Clearance Required
- 5+ years of experience in Configuration Management, Data Management, or Systems Engineering support (journeyman level)
- Experience managing configuration baselines across the system lifecycle (development, test, deployment, sustainment)
- Experience supporting DoD acquisition programs or defense-related engineering environments strongly preferred
- Experience with Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Requests for Change (RFCs), and Configuration Control Boards (CCBs)
- Familiarity with lifecycle sustainment and product support processes
The expected annual salary range: $108k - $118k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate's experience, location, and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills.
All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.
