Configuration/System Change Manager (Software/Systems)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related specialized area (or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience) with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Clearance Requirements

• Current or active Department of Defense Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required.
• Ability to obtain a Polygraph at time of hire.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Applicants will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Responsibilities

• Ensure an accurate and compliant Configuration Management Database (CMDB) or Product Data Management (PDM) system.
• Manage and maintain the System Change Request (SCR) database.
• Lead bi‑weekly Configuration Control Board (CCB) and Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings to review and approve system changes.
• Develop and execute comprehensive change implementation plans, including validation steps, escalation plans, and rollback methods.
• Conduct baseline identification, change control, status accounting, and configuration reviews.
• Administer program CCB and Technical Review Board (TRB) meetings.
• Deliver weekly status reports on planned and unplanned changes.
• Inform program leadership of discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
• Recommend policy changes and establish procedures for handling changes.
• Evaluate and recommend the best Configuration Management tools.

Skills and Experience

• Strong understanding and application of technical principles, theories, and concepts.
• Proven experience in configuration/change management and continuous improvement.
• Exceptional attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and time‑management abilities.
• Ability to influence and secure internal resources and support.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Experience evaluating and recommending Configuration Management (CM) tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• ITIL Certification (desired).
• Advanced understanding of Software Configuration Management (SCM) builds, third‑party software management, and PDM applications.
• Agile SCRUM Master certification (desired).
• Certification in Configuration Management (e.g., CMII) (desired).
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Pay

Target salary range: USD $101,357.00 – $109,672.00 per year (typical range based on experience, geographic location, and other factors). Actual pay may vary.

Workplace Options

This position is based 100% on‑site in San Antonio, Texas.

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high‑technology solutions, products, and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ professionals, GDMS values trust, honesty, alignment, and transparency, and offers highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment.