Configuration and Data Manager Support B-2 (WBZ) 01.6.18

About the role

Credence has an immediate opening for a Configuration and Data Manager Support B-2 (WBZ) at the senior level to support the B-2 Division. The B-2 Division is responsible for the modernization, test, production, fielding and sustainment of B-2 aircraft and related systems. The B-2 is a high demand, low density fleet that is 20+ years old, is undergoing numerous concurrent acquisitions to solve obsolescence issues, and delivers critical aerial denial/anti-access and nuclear capabilities at Wright Patterson AFB, OH.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of the fundamentals of configuration management to establish and maintain consistency of a product's performance, functional, and physical attributes with its requirements, design, and operational information throughout its lifecycle
• Analyze the impacts of the configuration management change process on lifecycle sustainment; assist in the development and management of all Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) requirements; plan and implement Functional Configuration Audits (FCAs) and Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs); and confirm the adequacy of data used to support these audits
• Participate in Government reviews, meetings, working groups, and government and industry teams for the resolution of complex configuration management issues; assist in developing Configuration Control Board (CCB) charters and support execution of CCBs
• Review, develop, and update applicable program documentation for configuration and data management requirements
• Review program-unique specifications, including system specifications, development specifications, and product specifications for hardware and software, for proper format, content, compliance with program requirements, and appropriate standards
• Process requests for nomenclature and Computer Program Identification Numbers (CPINs), and track requests through appropriate Government agencies for response back to the customer
• Support the configuration control function, including receipt, dissemination, processing, tracking, and final disposition of Advanced Change Study Notices (ACSNs), Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Contract Change Proposals (CCPs), Requests for Deviation/Waiver (RFD/RFW), Deficiency Reports (DRs), Airworthiness Directive Notes, and Service Introductions
• Review change proposals for thoroughness, configuration and data management impacts, and compliance with Government requirements; make appropriate recommendations for Government review and disposition; assist in preparing and conducting CCBs and Business Management Boards, or equivalent boards; maintain changing proposal files; and provide historical information
• Conduct FCAs, PCAs, and compliance audits, including audit planning, auditing hardware and software configuration items (CIs), and disposition and tracking of action items and minutes; support program and engineering reviews and technical interchange meetings at Government and weapon system contractor facilities
• Maintain configuration status accounting databases and records to reflect the configuration status of baseline documentation and fielded systems and equipment
• Assist data users and requesters with the selection and tailoring of Data Item Descriptions (DIDs); preparation of one-time and standard DIDs; completion of data management forms, including CDRLs and Contractor Data Requirements Substantiation (AF Form 585); and maintenance of data management files and associated DID files
• Apply understanding of distribution statements and FAR/DFARS data rights clauses; evaluate change proposals for impacts to data; monitor delivery and approval of contract technical data; generate reports; conduct follow-up actions; and maintain records
• Support data reviews by integrating inputs from Program Office/IPT functionals into draft CDRLs; preparing data review documentation; participating in data reviews; drafting and reviewing minutes; and following on and maintaining status of action items
• Support preparation and maintenance of CDRLs for inclusion in RFPs, contracts, and contract modifications using automated or manual processing systems as specified in the applicable task order
• Receive, log, track, and maintain status of contract data deliverables; maintain electronic and manual data management files; and provide associated historical information
• Provide engineering data management support, including engineering drawings In-Process Reviews (IPRs)
• Support Deficiency Report (DR) function operations using the Joint Deficiency Reporting System (JDRS) or similar system, including originating, receiving, processing, and tracking DRs; establishing and maintaining DR/Material Improvement Project (MIP) files and databases; providing disposition instructions for exhibits; and assisting in planning and conducting MIP Review Board meetings
• Monitor closure of DRs, investigations, processing and disposition of exhibits; respond to inquiries from field units and contractors; conduct briefings; and generate management reports on DR status and trends
• Provide engineering data management support for program requirements, including preparing, updating, and maintaining Engineering Data Management Plans; establishing and maintaining Engineering Data Activity Files; and providing technical support for Engineering Data Guidance Conferences and engineering drawings IPRs
• Assist with preparation and coordination of modification documentation, including AF1067, AFMC Form 244, and AFTO Form 872; assist with preparation of modification directives associated with Temporary-1 and Temporary-2 modifications and Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs) associated with permanent modifications
• Handle all official records in accordance with AFI 33-322, Records Management and Information Governance Program Requirements

Education, Requirements and Qualifications

• Must have a Secret clearance
• Master's or Doctorate Degree in a related field and ten (10) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five (5) years of which must be in the DoD
• OR Bachelor's Degree in a related field and twelve (12) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five (5) years of which must be in the DoD
• OR fifteen (15) years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS labor category performance requirements, eight (8) years of which must be in the DoD

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development