The Product Data Management Specialist oversees software configuration and data management for defense programs, ensuring accurate product information and supporting CI/CD processes.
Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Product Data Management Specialist (Mid-Level or Senior) to join the team based in Colorado Springs, CO.
The Senior Product Data Management Specialist will lead software configuration and data management activities for critical defense and space programs at our Colorado Springs site. You will drive PDM/PLM tool administration, enforce data governance, manage configuration baselines and change processes, and work closely with engineering, suppliers, and IT to ensure accurate, traceable product information throughout the lifecycle. This role is pivotal to delivering on-time, compliant systems and improving digital engineering practices across programs.
Position Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range for Mid-Level (Level 3): $90,100.00 - $140,300.00
Summary pay range for Senior (Level 4): $112,200.00 - $151,800.00
Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 09, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Product Data Management Specialist (Mid-Level or Senior) to join the team based in Colorado Springs, CO.
The Senior Product Data Management Specialist will lead software configuration and data management activities for critical defense and space programs at our Colorado Springs site. You will drive PDM/PLM tool administration, enforce data governance, manage configuration baselines and change processes, and work closely with engineering, suppliers, and IT to ensure accurate, traceable product information throughout the lifecycle. This role is pivotal to delivering on-time, compliant systems and improving digital engineering practices across programs.
Position Responsibilities:
- Maintain and administer software configuration management (SCM) systems (version control, branching, merging)
- Define, implement, and enforce configuration and change control processes for software baselines
- Create and manage release and build plans, coordinate software builds, packaging, and deployments
- Track and audit configuration items, baselines, and change histories to ensure traceability
- Support continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and automated build/test workflows
- Review and approve change requests, manage configuration audits, and ensure compliance with process/policy
- Collaborate with development, test, product, and operations teams to resolve configuration issues
- Produce and maintain configuration management plans, procedures, and documentation
- Troubleshoot SCM tooling and process issues; recommend and implement tooling/process improvements
- Provide training and guidance to team members on configuration management practices and tools
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required
- 3+ years of experience in product data management, configuration management, or related discipline
- Practical experience with PDM/PLM/CM tools (e.g., Teamcenter, Windchill, ENOVIA)
- Knowledge of software configuration management
- Experience with data governance, naming conventions, and traceability practices
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with suppliers and IT
- Strong problem-solving skills and experience using metrics/dashboards to drive improvements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Active U.S. Security Clearance
- 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- NDIA Certification
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range for Mid-Level (Level 3): $90,100.00 - $140,300.00
Summary pay range for Senior (Level 4): $112,200.00 - $151,800.00
Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 09, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Top Skills
Cm
Enovia
Pdm
Plm
Teamcenter
Windchill
Boeing Los Angeles, California, USA Office
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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