Configuration Manager

Responsibilities

• Own and drive monthly stakeholder synchronization meeting aimed at driving down backlog of Configuration Data Management (CDM) tasks
• Act as the key point of contact for all stakeholder activities for configuration management issues
• Support the review of the program Ships Change Documents (SCDs)
• Cookordinate with key stakeholders for timely document submission and approval
• Develop and brief PMO leadership on key decision points
• Ensure alignment of internal and external Configuration Management stakeholders towards common goals
• Manage and facilitate processes and outcomes in support of Configuration Management including but not limited to: LAR review and comment, ECP evaluation and analysis and transition of new ship systems to in-service
• Develop and manage enterprise stakeholder relationships in support of Configuration Management
• Create strategies and implement solutions to Configuration Management challenges and obstacles
• Stand-up, facilitate and guide monthly BISCS Configuration Management Working Group with a focus on process improvement and optimization
• Prepare Ad Hoc reports as required by the client
• Perform administrative tasks in support of acquisition efforts
• Advise on PPBE issues related to BISCS
• Organize and maintain Program tracking files/tools on program status, actions items and issues
• Attend meetings and program reviews, provide presentations, written materials, and/or electronic communications
• Provide timely and efficient responses for all urgent tasking

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in finance, engineering, or other technical disciplines in a related field
• 10+ years of experience with NAVSEA Program Office, Navy Shipbuilding, and/or defense systems, including first-hand experience with the Configuration Control Board (CCB) process
• Experience managing Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), and Technical Data Packages (TDPs)
• US Navy active duty experience or NAVSEA experience
• Familiarity with Ship Control Systems and Bridge Systems Operations/Maintenance
• Expert knowledge of SAE EIA-649C principles and NAVSEA-specific CM policies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint
• Strong customer, interpersonal, and organizational communication skills (written and verbal)
• Active DoD Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with PMS 443, BISCS portfolio (Acquisition, Modernization, and Sustainment for Ship Control Systems; Bridge Design Integration; Bridge Lighting Systems; Bridge-to-Bridge (B2B radio); Voyage Data Recorder (VDR))
• Familiarity with tools such as CDM-OA, CMPro/PLM, NDE applications, Teamcenter (TcE)