Configuration Analyst 3 - 30983

HII's Mission Technologies division; Pocasset (MA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, seeks a Configuration Management Specialist to lead CM across a large USV program. You will track CDRLs, maintain configuration baselines, and enforce CM plans and compliance with DoD requirements.

The ideal candidate has hands-on CM experience on DoD contracts, strong documentation control skills, and the ability to coordinate across engineering, quality, and program leadership. Security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• CM responsibilities on DoD contracts or prime contractor environments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead configuration management activities in support of a large USV contract.
• Track, manage, and report CDRL and other contract deliverable milestones to ensure on‑time submissions.
• Ensure program compliance with CM requirements, internal procedures and standards.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce CM plans, processes, and documentation.
• Coordinate change control, status accounting, and configuration audits.
• Serve as the primary CM contact with program leadership, engineering, quality, supply chain, and customer reps.
• Facilitate ECPs, deviations, waivers, and baseline changes.
• Prepare for and support internal/external audits and reviews.
• Maintain configuration baselines for hardware, software, firmware and docs.
• Monitor contract requirements and ensure deliverables align with SOW and CDRLs.
• Support data management and document control activities.

Skills

Configuration Management

DoD contracting

Documentation control

Audits

Change control

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLM/PDM tools

Government data management systems

Job description

Location: Pocasset, MA, Massachusetts, United States

Requisition Number:30983

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$76,383.00-$109,118.00

Security Clearance:Secret

Level of Experience:Mid

This opportunity resides with Uncrewed Systems (UxS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Uncrewed Systems comprises unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) and autonomy software.

HII creates advanced unmanned solutions for defense, marine research and commercial applications. Serving customers in more than 30 countries, HII provides design, autonomy, manufacturing, testing, operations and sustainment of unmanned systems, including unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) and unmanned surface vessels (USVs).

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People– Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships– Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership– Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First– Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future– Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency– Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Come Join HII!! Where hard stuff is done right!

We are seeking a Configuration Management Specialist to support a large Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) defense program. This individual will be responsible for tracking Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) delivery dates, maintaining configuration control processes, and serving as the lead for Configuration Management (CM) compliance across the program. The ideal candidate is a mid-career professional with hands‑on experience executing CM responsibilities on Department of Defense (DoD) contracts, preferably within DoD prime contractor environments.

• Lead configuration management activities in support of a large USV contract.
• Track, manage, and report CDRL and other contract deliverable milestones to ensure on‑time submissions.
• Ensure program compliance with contractual CM requirements, internal procedures, and applicable military/industry standards.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce CM plans, processes, and documentation.
• Coordinate and support configuration identification, change control, status accounting, and configuration audits.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for CM compliance matters with program leadership, engineering, quality, supply chain, and customer representatives.
• Facilitate Engineering Change Proposal (ECP), deviation, waiver, and baseline change processes.
• Prepare for and support internal and external audits, reviews, and customer assessments.
• Maintain configuration baselines for hardware, software, firmware, and associated technical documentation as applicable.
• Monitor contract requirements and ensure deliverables align with statement of work, CDRLs, and program schedules.
• Support data management and document control activities related to technical deliverables.
• Identify CM process risks and recommend corrective actions to maintain compliance and schedule performance.

What we are looking for...

Plans and coordinates preparation of project documentation, such as engineering drawings, production specifications and schedules, and contract modifications, to ensure customer contract requirements are met. Reviews contract to determine documentation required for each phase of project, applying knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes. Analyzes proposed changes of product design to determine effect on overall product and system. Coordinates modification records for management control. Establishes change orders and prepares for change authorization and documentation by company and subcontractor. Reviews and analyzes released engineering change data and coordinates changes with engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and engineering data control activities.

What we are looking for...

• 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government clearance #LI-MH1

Bonus Points for...

• Prior experience working in a DoD prime contractor manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing or tracking CDRLs, contract deliverables, and compliance milestones.
• Experience supporting formal reviews, audits, and customer-facing compliance activities.
• Familiarity with ECPs, deviations, waivers, BOMs, document control, and technical data packages.
• Knowledge of applicable defense and industry standards such as EIA-649, MIL-HDBK-61, and related CM/data management practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, and cross‑functional coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, highly regulated program environment.
• Experience supporting autonomous systems, naval systems, maritime programs, or unmanned surface vehicles.
• Familiarity with government and contractor data management systems and PLM/PDM tools.
• Experience interfacing directly with DoD customers, DCMA, or Navy program offices.
• Certification or formal training in configuration management is a plus.

Physical Requirements

Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution – by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.