Configuration Management Specialist

Our mission at Skyryse is nothing less than a new era in flight, where fatalities are nearly zero, piloting any aircraft is simple and safe, and the sky is accessible to all. SkyOS, our industry-first universal operating system for flight, provides any airplane or helicopter with a fly-by-wire flight management solution that significantly reduces the complexity of flying. Skyryse One, our first production aircraft powered by SkyOS, was unveiled in 2024 and features the simplest, safest, and most intuitive flight controls in general aviation.

CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - EL SEGUNDO, CA

As a Configuration Management Specialist, you will support the creation, maintenance, and distribution of configuration documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with established standards. You will assist in evaluating configuration change requests, maintaining records and databases, and coordinating with program teams to ensure information is current and properly controlled. This is a full-time, onsite position based at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in preparing, organizing, and maintaining configuration documentation, including drawings, change records, and software release materials.
• Participate in the review of configuration change requests for accuracy and compliance with internal procedures and standards such as AS9100D.
• Maintain up-to-date records in configuration management systems to support traceability, release control, and audit readiness.
• Support the controlled release and distribution of configuration-controlled documents to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Provide configuration management and document control support to engineering, manufacturing, and certification teams.
• Assist in conducting configuration baseline reviews and preparing documentation for aircraft build package releases.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of configuration management procedures and related documentation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 1–3 years of experience in configuration management, engineering document control, or a related discipline.
• Familiarity with configuration management standards (e.g., AS9100D), engineering change processes, and release control.
• Exposure to Polarion ALM, Arena, Windchill, or other configuration/document management systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and documentation discipline.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented, process-driven environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 - 5 years of experience in configuration management, document control, or a related discipline.
• CMIIB (CMII Basics), CMPIC certification, or similar coursework (or willingness to obtain certification within a reasonable timeframe).
• Proficiency with Polarion ALM or other configuration management and PLM tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

WHY SKYRYSE?

• The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility 
• Salary: $70,000 - $85,000
• Valuable stock option plan
• Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
• Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually.  PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
• A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!

WE WELCOME ALL
Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.