Configuration Manager
This position may be shared with one of our contract partners, and applicant resumes may be shared with a partner for consideration.
About the Role
In support of Program Manager Tactical Communications & Electromagnetic Warfare Systems (PM TCE), we are seeking a Configuration Manager to plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate Configuration Management (CM) activities. This role involves supporting technical findings, performing customer liaison, making presentations, and consulting with stakeholders on technical applications to support program management decisions.
Responsibilities
- Perform the administrative and technical tasks required to facilitate continuous CM activities, including drafting baseline documentation, Engineering Change Proposals, and CM Plan annexes.
- Participate in a variety of CM meetings and audits; identify and track hardware, software, and program documentation.
- Document and implement change control processes.
- Utilize the program’s preferred CM tool (e.g., CMPro, Jira) to track and manage configuration items.
- Manage the security, receipt, and distribution of data in accordance with the CM Plan, including classified documents for system upgrades or replacements.
- Provide expertise and leverage knowledge of defense standardization documents and industry best standards to review and submit technical edit recommendations for program documents (e.g., training packages, design documentation handbook).
- Participate in drawing reviews and configuration audits.
- Engage in Working Groups, Integrated Product Team Meetings, Technical Reviews, and Decision Briefings with internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements
- Working knowledge of Systems Engineering and CM concepts, documentation, methodologies, best practices, and tools such as CMPro and Jira.
- Working knowledge of applicable Military Standards (MIL-STD) (e.g., MIL-STD-961, MIL-STD-963, and MIL-STD-31000) and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) documentation (e.g., Y14 Series).
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
- 3-6 years of relevant experience.
Physical Demands
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, speak, and hear, and use hands and arms for routine work tasks.
- Occasional lifting or moving of items up to 30 pounds.
- Vision abilities required include close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses.
Work Environment
This position is performed in a typical indoor office setting with a quiet to moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Employees are expected to follow safety procedures and use appropriate safety equipment, as required.