Configuration Manager

About the role

Bowhead seeks a Configuration Manager to join our Tactical Communications and Electromagnetic Warfare (TCE) team in Stafford, VA. The Configuration Manager will perform administrative and technical tasks required to support continuous Configuration Management (CM) activities in accordance with approved PMO/PO Configuration Management Plans and applicable MCSC policies.

Responsibilities

• Draft and maintain baseline documentation, Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), CM Plan annexes, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Participate in Configuration Review Boards (CRBs), Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), configuration audits, and other CM forums
• Identify and track hardware, software, documentation, and other configuration items
• Document and implement formal change‑control processes
• Utilize the program’s preferred CM tool (i.e., CMPro, Jira) to track and manage configuration items
• Manage the security, receipt, and distribution of data in accordance with the CM Plan, to include classified documents for system upgrades or replacements
• Provide engineering expertise and leverage knowledge of defense standardization documents and industry best standards to review and submit technical edit recommendations to program documents (i.e., training packages, design documentation handbook) and participate in drawing reviews and configuration audits
• Participate 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
• Familiarity with 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, etc.)
• BS/BA degree
• Six to eight (6‑8) years of relevant professional experience, including demonstrated experience supporting Configuration Management activities in a DoD, federal acquisition, or comparable technical environment
• Ability to maintain a security clearance at the Secret level; US Citizenship is required for Secret clearance at this location
• Physical demands: must be able to lift up to 30 pounds, stand and walk for prolonged periods, and twist, bend, and squat periodically

Skills

• Intermediate knowledge and understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., MS Teams, Word, Excel, SharePoint)
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Experience supporting government or military environments is highly desired

Pay

Targeted salary range is $85,000 to $100,000 annually based on qualifications and experience.