Configuration Controller I
General Atomics and Affiliated Companies • San Diego, CA • Full Time
Posted on Sat, May 2, 2026
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide. This is a temporary position.
Under general supervision, this position is responsible for coordinating and administering configuration management activities. Identifies controls and accounts for systems and/or equipment as required by contractual or other requirements. Releases, updates, archives and distributes the latest revisions of engineering designs for multiple projects ensuring accurate, clear, concise and valid documentation and documentation records.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Compiles test, graphics, and data for reviews and makes recommendations on the formatting and presentation of design documents that are submitted.
- Coordinates submission of documentation supporting the contract effort. Confers with engineering staff to highlight areas where additional work is needed. Determines when and what documents should be archived or transferred to a different medium for storage.
- May participate in establishing procedures in support of project management and/or quality assurance. Provides periodic updates and summary data on status and progress of project.
- Ensures customer requirements are implemented and monitors accounting changes to ensure compliance with policy.
- Reviews engineering change data. Coordinates changes with all applicable activities, including manufacturing, quality, engineering, etc.
- Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
- Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required
- Typically requires an associate's degree or equivalent. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
- Must be able to perform a variety of tasks and demonstrate a basic understanding of configuration control principles, theories and concepts.
- Ability to coordinate work assignments to meet project milestones or established completion dates
- The ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics and technical orders
- Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document and report finding
- Basic computer skills. The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.