Configuration Manager

ASEC; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Configuration Manager to maintain the integrity of hardware and software configurations. This pivotal role supports NAVAIR's Persistent Maritime Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program Office, ensuring effective management of Engineering Changes and configuration documentation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Configuration Management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to foster positive relationships with stakeholders. Join a 100% employee-owned company that values innovation and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition assistance and a 401K match, while making a meaningful impact in the defense sector.

Benefits

100% employee-owned

Comprehensive benefits package

401K match

Tuition assistance

Veteran friendly

Thriving employee culture

Employee discount program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Configuration Management experience required.
• Strong understanding of software dependencies and hardware configurations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hardware and software configurations across systems.
• Develop Hardware Software Compatibility Matrices (HSCMs).
• Manage Class I and II Engineering Changes.

Skills

Configuration Management

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Atlassian Suite (JIRA, Confluence)

Access

SQL Databases

Job description

Description

Location: NAS Patuxent River, MD

Security Clearance Requirement: Secret

Telework Eligible? No, work will be performed on-site at NAS Patuxent River, MD

As the Configuration Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing and maintaining the integrity of hardware and software configurations across systems. This position will support work within NAVAIR's Persistent Maritime Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program Office (PMA-262) at NAS Patuxent River, MD.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing Hardware Software Compatibility Matrices (HSCMs) using released hardware and software engineering documentation.
• Serving as a liaison for Class Desk tasking, release cycles, and requirements.
• Tracking and managing Class I and II Engineering Changes.
• Supporting Joint Configuration Control Boards (JCCB) and Technical Pre-Board Reviews.
• Collaborating with PMA Fleet Release/Integrated Functional Capability (IFC) build managers on roadmaps and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs).
• Coordinating with stakeholders regarding fleet, test, and production-released HSCMs.
• Adjudicating and implementing configuration changes.
• Managing multiple U.S. and Australian HSCMs across test, fleet, primary, and secondary assets.
• Maintaining HSCMs in the PMA Engineering Change Management (ECM) tool, including setup of folders, workflows, and reviewer assignments.
• Reviewing and managing Requests for Information (RFIs) related to HSCMs.
• Supporting physical audits by validating hardware and software configurations against approved engineering changes.

The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of Configuration Management experience, required.
• Strong understanding of both custom-developed and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software, and how their dependencies influence hardware configurations.
• Skilled in reading hardware drawings and identifying part numbers down to the supplier level.
• Experience in building and tracking SW baselines, and in reviewing Engineering Change Proposals (Class I and II) for impacts to HW and SW.
• Proficiency with the Atlassian Suite of tools, such as JIRA and Confluence.
• Experience with Access and SQL databases, desired.
• Must be familiar with NAVAIR ECP, JCCB, Tech Directive processes.
• Proficient in using databases to manage HSCMs, user roles, account administration, and data import/export functions.

Equally Important:

• You are able to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• You possess professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• You take a proactive approach to your work and you're able to accomplish tasks with limited guidance and supervision.
• You have demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Your organizational skills allow you to manage competing priorities.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance. Selected candidate must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Salary Range:

• The estimated salary range for this position will be $125,000 - $150,000 annually, based on an individual's level of experience and skill set. It is our goal at ASEC to provide equitable compensation to all employees.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful work and a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We are a 100% employee-owned business focused on providing value and innovation in the areas of engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. We believe in doing what is right for the Warfighter, plain and simple. We encourage you to explore what makes us different, visit our website now!

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee-owned. Learn more about our ESOP plan here!
• Comprehensive benefits package (11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA/FSA, disability insurance, and more!)
• 401K match
• Tuition assistance (undergraduate and graduate)
• Veteran friendly
• Thriving employee culture
• Employee discount program

We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote the most qualified persons for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law. ASEC will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they choose to inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant.