Description WORK LOCATION: San Luis Obispo, CA, Huntsville, AL SALARY RANGE: $80,000 - $118,000
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
ABOUT EDGE
Edge is a recognized leader across uncrewed aircraft systems, power solutions, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance solutions through leading-edge technologies. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence. Our expertise in these areas allows us to deliver advanced, reliable, and effective solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients. At Edge, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and dynamic environment where creativity and technical prowess converge to solve some of the industry's most complex challenges.
SUMMARY
Edge is seeking a Configuration Analyst to drive the release, change control, and configuration management processes that ensure the integrity of engineering documentation across our uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) programs. This role will act as a central hub between engineering, production, quality, and program management, overseeing the structure and discipline required to manage CAD models, drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and associated configuration data from concept through sustainment.
This position is ideal for a technically capable and detail-oriented individual with strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills, who thrives in fast-paced development environments and enjoys enabling cross-functional alignment through process discipline. The Configuration Analyst will create, refine, and enforce CM processes and standards, as well as guide junior team members and support system/tool improvements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The following job functions are a basic requirement but are not limited to and may be assigned other duties.
Own and manage the engineering change process including drawing releases, ECOs, part creation, BOM structure updates, and product baselines. The following job functions are a basic requirement but are not limited to and may be assigned other duties.
- Serve as the go to resource for configuration control within the product development lifecycle.
- Coordinate closely with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to ensure accurate and timely release of engineering documentation.
- Lead the configuration governance of CAD models, drawing standards, revision control, and PLM/PDM workflows.
- Maintain the integrity of configuration records including revision history, compliance with CM policies, and traceability of released documentation.
- Support cross-functional teams by generating and managing structured bills of materials for development and production builds.
- Develop, document, and improve standard operating procedures related to drawing release, part numbering, labeling, and documentation workflows.
- Collaborate with supply chain, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure configuration data aligns with procurement and production needs.
- Provide training, mentorship, and support to engineers and technicians on CM tools and standards.
- Participate in audits and support compliance with internal quality management systems (QMS) and external standards such as AS9100, ISO, or CMMC.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
The following are a non-exhaustive list of qualifications for the position:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Equivalent experience in configuration management with technical fluency may also be considered
- Strong proficiency with PDM/PLM systems (e.g., SolidWorks PDM, Arena, Windchill, or similar).
- Experience managing BOMs, ECOs, and drawing release processes in a regulated or disciplined environment.
- Familiarity with drawing standards, engineering documentation, and revision control practices.
- Working knowledge of CAD software (SolidWorks preferred), including review and markup of drawings.
- 3-5 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, or configuration management role.
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or another high-compliance, product-centric industry is strongly preferred.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Capable of navigating ambiguity and proactively identifying and resolving data and process issues. Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.
- Comfortable acting as a process owner and teacher to others within the organization.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiarity with ASME Y14.100, AS9100, and other industry configuration standards.
- Experience implementing or improving PLM systems and data governance policies.
- Prior experience leading drawing reviews, part audits, or CM standard development.
- Exposure to program-level configuration management in a development and production setting.
- Ability to influence without authority, drive alignment, and enforce processes across departments.
- Passion for building clean, scalable systems and empowering others through clarity and structure.
EDGE AUTONOMY BENEFITS
- Matching 401(k)
- Paid PTO
- Paid holidays
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- HSA and FSA Options
- Critical Care Plan
- Accident Care Plan
HIRING REQUIREMENTS
If an offer of employment offer is extended, applicant must have the ability to pass a background check and the ability to be insured by the Company's Auto-policy. An Offer of Employment is contingent upon the results.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). To comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person's status.
EDGE AUTONOMY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Edge Autonomy is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact
Continued employment remains on an "At-Will" basis.