Document & Configuration Control Engineer

Document & Configuration Control Engineer Apply Now ReOrbit is looking for a Document & Configuration Control Engineer to establish, maintain and improve the systems and processes that ensure our engineering and manufacturing documentation remains accurate, controlled and fully traceable throughout the product lifecycle. As our Document & Configuration Control Engineer, you will play a critical role at the interface between Engineering, Product Assurance and Manufacturing. You will manage the complete lifecycle of technical documentation and engineering changes, from initial draft and review through release and implementation on the shop floor. You will ensure that the right people are working with the right revision, that engineering changes are properly reviewed and approved, and that configuration data remains consistent across our document management, PLM and manufacturing systems. You will also be responsible for assembling the final End Item Data Packages required for customer and launch asset delivery. It's an exciting chance to join a dynamic start-up, with the opportunity to make a real impact, to reach our goal of pushing the boundaries of space data transfer. Responsibilities Prepare, process and manage engineering and technical documentation through the full document lifecycle, from draft and review to approval and release, using ECLIPSE and other internal document management systems. Prepare and maintain document templates and ensure documentation is processed according to established review, approval and release workflows. Conduct regular documentation compliance reviews with external component and subassembly suppliers. Assemble and maintain the final End Item Data Package (EIDP) required by customers and relevant space agencies prior to launch asset delivery. Maintain accurate part numbering, document identification and configuration records, including structural Bills of Materials (BOMs). Configure and maintain workflows for Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs). Manage and route change requests through the appropriate review and approval processes, ensuring required Product Assurance sign-off is completed before implementation. Build and maintain dashboards and reporting mechanisms to provide visibility into change status, bottlenecks and approval progress. Ensure approved engineering changes are accurately reflected in the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and prevent outdated work instructions or documentation from being used on the shop floor. Provide administrative and logistical support for configuration management and change control meetings throughout the project lifecycle. Work closely with Engineering, Product Assurance and Manufacturing teams to ensure configuration changes are implemented accurately without unnecessary disruption to production. Skills and Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Computer Science or another relevant technical field. 5+ years of direct experience in document control or configuration management within aerospace, defence or another high-reliability hardware manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, OneDrive, SharePoint and document management systems such as ECLIPSE. Familiarity with Jira, including creating and managing tickets and workflow statuses, and an understanding of how Manufacturing Execution Systems are used in production environments. Familiarity with quality and configuration management frameworks such as ISO 9001 and/or ECSS standards. Strong organisational and structural thinking skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple controlled processes simultaneously. Eagerness to learn and work with complex aerospace standards, engineering documentation and configuration management processes. Proficiency in technical English, with the ability to read, write and review engineering documentation accurately. Ability to work effectively across Engineering, Product Assurance and Manufacturing teams while maintaining process discipline and traceability. Eligibility to comply with applicable local defence trade controls and national security clearance requirements. Nice to have Direct experience configuring advanced Jira workflows, automation rules or structured knowledge spaces in Confluence. Experience building real-time reporting on engineering changes, change velocity or bottlenecks using Power BI, Jira Dashboards or similar tools. Familiarity with reviewing 3D assemblies and engineering drawings using tools such as SolidWorks or similar CAD software. Basic proficiency in Python, SQL or JavaScript for building automation or integrations between engineering, change management and manufacturing systems. Experience facilitating change control or configuration management meetings. Confidence enforcing configuration and compliance requirements with senior technical stakeholders while balancing governance with production efficiency. What does ReOrbit do? ReOrbit builds the foundation for the next generation of space applications by transforming satellites into truly intelligent, interconnected platforms, defined by software. Our satellite design philosophy revolves around the idea that satellites must network, communicate with each other and thus improve mission efficiency. How can this be achieved? Thanks to a flexible software-first architecture, where all these aspects are dealt with upfront in the mission concept, as integrated functionalities. ReOrbit’s top-notch team of software engineers and system architects develop in-house software, procure hardware from the best-in-class suppliers, and seamlessly integrate the components to create flexible and secure satellites. Today, we are a rapidly growing company building a very strong multidisciplinary team to support our activities. We are headquartered in Helsinki, Finland with a subsidiaries in Bristol, UK, Bariloche, Argentina and Bengaluru, India. Working at ReOrbit At ReOrbit, we are focused on building a strong team as we believe nothing can be accomplished without innovative, humble and curious minds working together on a common goal. We’re all about fostering an inclusive, dynamic environment where equality and diversity are our strength. We offer Challenging but rewarding environment – you will thrive if you are always reflecting on how to make things better. Your ideas will be heard. Ambitious and supportive network of people, who are motivated to change the space industry, bringing expertise from both classic and new space . Benefits such as lunch vouchers, events, parties, occupational health care and additional health insurance - but most importantly a possibility to be a part of a unique and diverse team, connected by similar mindset and sense of humor. We like to spend time together! You can choose activities whichever is to your liking – runOrbit, climbOrbit; become ping pong or board games champion. We support relocation and integration into Finnish society. Join us in our journey of building software enabled satellites for secure communications and, thus, creating the most compelling in space data flow company of the new space era. The Company may require a security clearance for certain positions. Any such security clearance will be conducted in accordance with applicable law and the Company's relevant policies For agencies: We do not accept unsolicited CVs for our open vacancies. Any CV sent to our team unsolicited will reserve us the right to pursue a candidate without obligation to the sender. All candidate submissions must be conducted through our official channels and in accordance with our terms of engagement. Department Engineering Locations Helsinki, Finland Remote status Hybrid About ReOrbit Founded in 2019 Coworkers +100