Defense Configuration & Data Manager (CM/DM)

Rincon Research Corporation; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

ESOP

401(k) plan

Employer contributions to 401(k)

Disability insurance

FSA

Job summary

Rincon Research Corporation (RRC) in Tucson, AZ, seeks an experienced Configuration Manager/Data Manager to oversee CM processes and CDRL data across hardware and software systems. You’ll implement plans, manage baselines, and coordinate deliveries with engineering, QA, and program management to ensure compliance.

You will maintain configuration status, support audits, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring interfaces and dependencies between systems are well managed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in configuration management, with at least 2 years with electronic hardware and software systems.
• Proven CM/DM experience or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of configuration management principles, processes, and tools.
• Familiarity with CDRL management and government contract requirements.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance and US citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain configuration management plans and procedures per contract and regulatory requirements.
• Manage and control configuration baselines, including documentation, hardware, and software components.
• Coordinate and track CDRL deliverables to ensure timely submission.
• Maintain configuration status accounting and provide regular reports to management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering, QA, and program management to resolve CM and data issues.
• Ensure compliance with standards, policies, and contractual obligations.
• Support audits and reviews related to CM and CDRL data.
• Support cross-functional teams in CM best practices.
• Ensure integration of software and hardware systems and manage interfaces.
• Perform configuration audits for CM compliance.
• Provide status updates on CM activities, risks, and progress.
• Ensure CM activities comply with ISO/CMMI standards.
• Utilize CM tools (Git, Subversion, PDM) for records and traceability.
• Create and maintain CM documentation including baselines and change logs.
• Investigate CM issues and coordinate resolution of discrepancies.
• Develop and implement corrective actions for CM problems.

Skills

Configuration management

CDRL management

Documentation

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Collaboration

CM/DM clearance

Security clearance TS/SCI

US Citizenship

Hardware/software integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or engineering

Tools

Git

Subversion

PDM systems

Job description

Rincon Research Corporation (RRC) in Tucson, AZ, seeks an experienced Configuration Manager/Data Manager to oversee CM processes and CDRL data across hardware and software systems. You’ll implement plans, manage baselines, and coordinate deliveries with engineering, QA, and program management to ensure compliance.

You will maintain configuration status, support audits, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring interfaces and dependencies between systems are well managed.