Configuration Manager

AV; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 102,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking a Configuration Manager to oversee CM for development and operation systems on a high-priority Federal program. You will establish baselines across development, testing, and production, implement CM policies, and lead CM audits throughout the system life cycle.

The role requires TS/SCI with polygraph and 6+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's, or 10+ years with a high school diploma. Knowledge of DOORS and Eclipse is beneficial. ITAR/EAR compliance applies.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing configuration management across development, test, and production baselines.
• Familiarity with CM policies, procedures, and audits.
• Experience in life-cycle CM from requirements to end-of-life.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing hardware and software version control processes, policies, and procedures.
• Use CM tools (DOORS, Eclipse) to store, track, and manage configuration items.
• Document CM processes and procedures and maintain CM environment for builds and integration.
• Define and implement hardware/software CM processes and scripts and integrate with build processes.
• Support advisory role in Government Change Control Board (CCB).

Skills

Configuration management

CM tools (DOORS, Eclipse)

Version control

CM process documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School diploma +10 years experience

Tools

DOORS

Eclipse

Job description

Job Description

AV is seeking a Configuration Manager to be responsible for configuration management (CM) of developmental and operational systems for a high-priority Federal Intelligence Program. Key responsibilities will include: work on developmental and operational teams to create and maintain configuration baselines (development, test, production, etc.) supporting developmental and operational systems; use or recommends automated CM tools to implement CM policies and procedures; Develop or modify CM plans, policies, and procedures tailored to the complexity and scope of the developmental or operational system; implement CM discipline for the entire life cycle of systems from initial requirements/capabilities baselines to system end-of-life; and perform change control and configuration audits.

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

AV is seeking a Configuration Manager to be responsible for configuration management (CM) of developmental and operational systems for a high-priority Federal Intelligence Program. Key responsibilities will include: work on developmental and operational teams to create and maintain configuration baselines (development, test, production, etc.) supporting developmental and operational systems; use or recommends automated CM tools to implement CM policies and procedures; Develop or modify CM plans, policies, and procedures tailored to the complexity and scope of the developmental or operational system; implement CM discipline for the entire life cycle of systems from initial requirements/capabilities baselines to system end-of-life; and perform change control and configuration audits.

You’d Like To Do This

• Assist in implementing hardware and software version control processes, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in the use of configuration management tools (e.g. DOORS, Eclipse) to store, track, and manage configuration items.
• Understand basic concepts and assist in documenting hardware and software configuration management processes and procedures.
• Implement hardware and software version control processes, policies, and procedures.
• Understand basic concepts, assist in maintaining and developing the environment for hardware and software product build, staging, testing and integration.
• Assist in defining and implementing hardware and software configuration management processes and procedures, such as creating product build scripts and procedures, and integrating those scripts with the hardware and software build process.
• Utilize configuration management tools (e.g. DOORS, Eclipse) to store, track, and manage configuration items.
• Maintain the CM environment for hardware and software product build, staging, testing and integration
• Develop hardware and software version control processes, policies and procedures and ensure that they are followed on hardware and software development projects.
• Apply concepts and define and implement hardware and software configuration management processes and procedures, such as creating product build scripts and procedures, and integrate those scripts with the hardware and software build process.
• Serve as an advisor to (or non-voting member of) Government Change Control Board (CCB).

You’re Required To Have This

• TS//SCI with Polygraph
• 6 years of relevant experience with Bachelor’s degree; or +10 years of relevant experience with high school diploma.
• One year of experience using a source code control system for a developmental program of similar scope and complexity is required.

Salary Range: $102,000 – $145,000

Compensation & Benefits Notice

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity, as well as alignment with market data.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR

• 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

ITAR

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.