Leidos Defense Systems Sector is seeking a talented Junior Configuration Management Analyst to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex problems. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields. Leidos defense Systems provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.
Primary Responsibilities
The Configuration Management Configuration Analyst is responsible for product design changes and the effects of the overall system. Duties include ensuring configuration identification by reviewing design release documents for completeness and proper authorizations for data that is created from internal projects or supplied by the customer. Configuration Analyst will work independently on moderately complex projects/assignments. Configuration Analyst will act as a Data Manager and will provide project support in reviewing contents, and delivery of CDRL’s, SDRL’s, item records, change records and other items in a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system. Configuration Analyst will assist CM team members in producing documentation such as CSA reports, audit reports, and creating data pull outputs as required. Configuration Analyst will support tasks in a dynamic environment, working closely with the CM, engineering, manufacturing, quality and other teams to support products throughout their lifecycle. Configuration Analyst will be expected to work on site for a minimum of 4+ days a week.
Basic Qualifications
Requires a 4 year degree in a relevant applicable field and 2-4 years of prior relevant experience; additional education, experience or training will be considered in lieu of degree.
Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.
Candidate must have a working knowledge of and ability to apply standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques of technical domain.
Candidate must have working knowledge and experience in configuration change management principles and record types.
Candidate must have working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools. (Agile PLM, Oracle Agile, PTC Windchill, Dassault ENOVIA, Siemens Teamcenter, Aras, etc.)
Candidate must have working knowledge of bill of materials, technical documents, product drawings, schematics, diagrams and specifications.
Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft office products (primarily Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Visio experience is a plus)
Candidate must be proficient is Adobe PDF editing software or equivalent
Candidate must be capable of performing in a collaborative engineering environment working closely with multi-disciplinary teams.
Candidate must have good organizational skills and be detail oriented
Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance in the future. (U.S. Citizenship is required for consideration)
Preferred Qualifications
Preference shown to candidates who have experience and/or working knowledge with:
Microsoft SharePoint collaboration software
Basic knowledge of Computer Aided Design (CAD) software such as CREO, Solidworks, etc.
Basic knowledge of Product Data Management (PDM) systems such as Windchill, Solidworks PDM Pro, etc.
Active DoD Secret clearance.
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Original Posting:August 25, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Skills Required
- Four-year degree in a relevant applicable field, or equivalent additional education, experience, or training
- Two to four years of prior relevant experience
- Resident of or willing to relocate to the Huntsville, North Alabama, Alabama area
- Working knowledge of technical domain standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques
- Working knowledge and experience with configuration change management principles and record types
- Working knowledge and experience with Product Lifecycle Management tools
- Working knowledge of bills of materials, technical documents, product drawings, schematics, diagrams, and specifications
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, primarily Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proficiency with Adobe PDF editing software or equivalent
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
- U.S. citizenship
- Microsoft SharePoint experience or working knowledge
- Basic knowledge of CAD software such as Creo or SolidWorks
- Basic knowledge of PDM systems such as Windchill or SolidWorks PDM Pro
- Active DoD Secret clearance
Leidos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Leidos and has not been reviewed or approved by Leidos.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world. OUR MISSION Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead.
