Job Details

Overview

San Luis Obispo, California, United States

Join us at Zone 5 Technologies where innovation and cutting-edge technology drive pioneering advancements in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Based in San Luis Obispo, CA, were seeking talented individuals to join and contribute to our growing team.

We thrive on pushing boundaries and inventing solutions to real-world challenges. Join a community of forward-thinkers who collaborate to create impactful products with a global reach. Our team, consisting of engineers and professionals, is prepared to overcome new frontiers and deliver innovative solutions in the field of unmanned aircraft systems.

Position: Configuration Management Specialist

Location: San Luis Obispo, CA

Clearance Required: Secret Eligible

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented Configuration Management Specialist to establish and maintain documentation integrity, version control, and change management processes across engineering, production, and compliance teams. This role ensures all technical data (drawings, CAD, source code, manuals, and test records) is properly organized, versioned, and marked for ITAR/EAR/USML export compliance. The specialist will safeguard against outdated or unauthorized versions being used internally or exported externally, provide complete audit trails, and support efficiency by creating a structured documentation system that scales with high-volume production. Acting as the guardian of truth for technical documentation, this position is critical to both operational optimization and legal compliance, directly enabling secure collaboration with suppliers, partners, and government customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain baselines, version control, and change management for all technical data (drawings, CAD, software, manuals, test records).


• Organize, track, and secure documentation to ensure consistent internal use across engineering, QA, production, and supply chain teams.


• Apply proper ITAR/EAR/USML export control markings and enforce access controls for all technical data. Manage the evaluation and determination process with engineering and legal teams.


• Ensure external document sharing aligns with approved export licenses and maintain complete audit trails.


• Partner with engineering, compliance, and technical writing teams to optimize documentation workflows and prevent outdated or unauthorized versions.


• Support audits, investigations, and corrective actions by maintaining traceable, compliant documentation records.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.


• 35 years of experience in configuration management, document control, or related field in aerospace/defense.


• Strong understanding of ITAR, EAR, and USML technical data requirements.


• Experience with configuration management standards (e.g., MOSA, SOSA, AS9100) and version control systems.


• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and audit readiness.


• Must be a U.S. citizen eligible to obtain a Secret security clearance upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Configuration Management (CMPIC, CMII, or equivalent).


• Experience implementing or managing PLM/CM tools in high-volume production environments.


• Prior work supporting export-controlled programs, including ITAR/EAR license documentation.


• Demonstrated ability to train and mentor engineering staff on CM best practices.


• Experience scaling configuration/document control processes in growth-stage organizations.

Location & Compensation

We prefer candidates who can work onsite at our San Luis Obispo, CA headquarters. For California-based candidates, the salary range is $98,000 - $105,000 annually.

Nation-wide (Non-California Location) Compensation range is $88,000 $98,000 annually.

Pay range for this role: $98,000 - $105,000 USD

Whats in it for you

• Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.


• 401k with company-match


• 4 weeks of paid time off each year


• 12 annual company holidays

Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?

• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.


• Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of whats possible.


• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team!

Compliance notices: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Zone 5 Technologies is a federal contractor and participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. As required by law, we will verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees using the E-Verify system. Learn more about your rights and responsibilities under E-Verify:

Equal Employment Opportunity: Zone 5 Technologies does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status. This job description contains confidential information and is intended for qualified applicants. If you believe you belong to any protected categories, you may indicate so in the voluntary self-identification sections per EEO guidelines.

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