Configuration Management Specialist

About the Role

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Configuration Management Specialist to join our team supporting the MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort for the US Space Force’s Space Systems Center (SSC). We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state-of-the-art satellite communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. This role thrives in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

Responsibilities

• Draft, implement, endorse, and promulgate leadership’s direction and vision regarding Configuration Management (CM).
• Ensure system changes are properly identified, documented, controlled, and audited, minimizing risks and maximizing efficiency.
• Develop and manage Division-level Configuration Management Plans (CMP).
• Support development and conduct CM training, including processes and tools.
• Provide program-level coordination and collaboration to integrate Division-level CMPs.
• Facilitate government-led Engineering Review Boards (ERB) and Configuration Change Control Boards (CCB).
• Develop technical baseline products and change tracking artifacts.
• Organize and document system configurations with the help of Program Managers and Lead Engineers.
• Assist the chief engineer with planning and conducting Functional and Physical Configuration Audits (FCA/PCA).
• Maintain the Program Technical baseline in document repositories.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance required.
• 5 years of relevant experience with Configuration Management (CM); demonstrated high proficiency and familiarity with mature CM practices and procedures.
• Knowledge and experience in executing change control processes and facilitating engineering review and configuration control boards.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interface with customers.
• Excellent written, verbal communications, and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of EIA-649-1 and MIL-HDBK-61.
• Knowledge of DoD-5010-12-M and DoD-5015.02-STD.
• Demonstrated capability in defining, documenting, and instantiating the configuration management process for programs and projects, including recommending and implementing military standards and CM best practices.

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Top Secret clearance.
• Configuration Manager certification, such as Certified International Configuration Manager (CICM).
• Familiarity with JIRA/Confluence.
• 4+ years of experience working with military or DoD civilian clients and managing professional relationships.
• 4+ years of experience working in a highly competitive multi-contractor environment.

Work Environment

• Location: On-site in El Segundo, CA.
• Travel Requirements: Approximately 10%.
• Working Hours: Standard.

Pay

The pay range for this position in California is $97,000/year to $121,000/year. Base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors.

Benefits

MTSI offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered.