Software Configuration Management Specialist

Essential Functions

• Advanced Scripting and Pipeline Automation – Scripting languages such as bash, python, groovy, etc., to automate manual tasks, and experience with Unix, Cmake, Docker (or other similar containerization tools)
• Troubleshooting– Ability to diagnose complex CI/CD, build, and deployment issues to ensure reliable and repeatable releases. Identify root causes of build and release failures and implement durable fixes in fast-paced environments.
• Analytical Thinking – Ability to analyze, critique, and follow software build instructions
• Collaboration – Working closely with the engineering leadership, software developers, program and Systems Engineers, the Systems & Software Quality Assurance team, and others involved in the software release process
• Communication Skills – Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, as release engineers communicate with various personnel and write software release reference materials
• Time Management– Release engineers are relied upon to process software products in a timely manner, supporting programs to meet critical deadlines
• Change Management– Ability to adapt to changes or unexpected barriers in the software build and release process, including rescheduled deadlines

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• Strong team player
• Ability to communicate confidently and concisely with both engineers and non-engineers
• Proven ability to translate vision/strategy into clear priorities and direction
• Highly collaborative with a proven ability to quickly establish trust and credibility among peers and customers
• Experience navigating matrix organizations to identify key stakeholders and create efficiencies in related efforts
• Demonstrated history of embracing change and continually pushing for organizational improvement
• Well-developed sense of workplace empathy and a high level of emotional intelligence
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Active U.S. security clearance
• Advanced degree in CS or CE
• A strong knowledge of modern software development tools, technology, processes, and techniques, including Agile, DevSecOps, and containerization
• Experience with Jenkins, Artifactory, Git, Teamcenter, Collaborator, and the Atlassian Tool Suite (Bitbucket, JIRA, Confluence)
• Experience managing development and products that include open source software
• Experience developing software for Department of Defense and intelligence community applications, including familiarity with AS9100D and AS9115A