Configuration and Data Management Specialist, Product Lifecycle @ PAE

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

NASA's Engineering Drawing Control Center (EDCC) and the NASA IT Engineering Design Information Infrastructure (JEDII) — NASA's enterprise Windchill environment. We are looking for a technical professional who brings mastery of configuration management practices, thrives in structured data environments, and can serve as a trusted resource to engineers, project managers, and NASA customers.

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This role requires not just familiarity, but command of JEDII/Windchill tools and processes someone who can navigate baselines, workflows, audits, and discrepancies with precision, while ensuring the integrity of engineering data that enables human spaceflight.

We are looking for someone who is more than a participant in the JEDII system but a JEDII Master:

• Confident navigating baselines, workflows, and drawing lifecycles.
• Able to bridge the gap between engineering teams and data integrity requirements.
• A proactive problem-solver who strengthens the JETSII team's reputation as trusted stewards of NASA's technical data.
• Execute and enforce configuration management processes within JEDII, ensuring compliance with NASA $1,000s (NPRs, NASA IT Directives, ASME Y14 series).
• Control, review, and release engineering drawings, GFE documentation, and as-built facility records across NASA IT, Ellington Field, and the Sonny Carter Training Facility.
• Provide day-to-day EDCC support, including drawing research, part data reconciliation, serial/lot tracking, and historical record maintenance.
• Serve as a JEDII power user: guide, train, and consult with engineers and project staff, ensuring effective use of workflows, versioning, and approvals.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in drawing packages, audits, and documentation deliverables.
• Maintain configuration status accounting and produce traceability reports in support of program reviews and audits.
• Develop and refine CM/DM work instructions and best practices for the JETSII team.
• Collaborate with cross-program stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant data flow.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requisition Qualifications

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience.
• 7+ years of direct Configuration or Data Management experience, with at least 3 years supporting NASA's JEDII/Windchill or equivalent enterprise PLM system.
• Demonstrated expertise with engineering drawing control, release, and revision management.
• Working knowledge of NASA Procedural Requirements and configuration $1,000s.
• Proven ability to perform audits, discrepancy investigations, and data corrections.
• Strong customer support skills able to train, mentor, and resolve user issues. Experience in EDCC operations at NASA IT or equivalent government/prime contractor drawing control environments.
• Familiarity with ICE, Confluence, SharePoint, or similar collaboration/documentation tools.
• Background in technical writing for control boards, review packages, or CM/DM documentation.

Requisition Preferences

• Bachelor's degree in technical field or extensive experience will be considered.

Compensation

• Salary starts at $66,000. Final pay will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also ave:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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Compensation Details

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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

11/09/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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