Configuration Analyst

SAIC•Crane, IN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a Configuration Analyst to support the NSWC Crane Hypersonic Systems Engineering Team in developing and implementing Configuration Management (CM) processes, authoring documentation and policy, and applying CM best practices for a hypersonic developmental program. The program is establishing formal processes as configuration responsibility transitions from the Lead Systems Integrator to the Government. The analyst will assist the Crane CPS CM lead in shaping CM strategy, including processes for the CPS Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL) test environment, in a rapid development setting. The work also supports preparation for weapon system sustainment, technical and data-driven solutions, and evaluation and recommendation of engineering, CM, and Data Management tools. The role has extensive interaction with Government National Team stakeholders, Prime Contractors, National Labs, and working groups across systems engineering, hardware and software engineering, and logistics. The position must be filled in Crane, Indiana; Huntsville, Alabama; or Washington, DC, and requires regular access to classified information. A hybrid schedule with some telework is available when the employee is not needed at the customer site. Travel is 10% of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience.
Experience with a variety of Product Life Cycle Management, Data Management, and Software Configuration Management tools, including Windchill and tools such as SharePoint, DOORS, or JIRA, or equivalent.
Configuration Management leadership experience.
DoD Acquisition program experience.
Interim clearance required to start, with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance; SAIC will sponsor the clearance process.
Must be a U.S. citizen.

Nice To Haves

Configuration Management leadership experience on both developmental and sustainment programs.
Navy program experience.
Formal Configuration Management certification, such as CMII, CMPIC, or CMTF.
Experience conducting or supporting FCAs and PCAs on Navy systems.
Background in Software Configuration Management and Agile processes.
Experience with Navy Model Based Product Support systems.

Responsibilities

Assist the Crane CPS CM lead in formulating strategic CM ideas and processes, including CM processes for the CPS Hardware-In-The-Loop test environment.
Help prepare the program for weapon system sustainment requirements and support technical, data-driven solutions.
Evaluate and recommend engineering, Configuration Management, and Data Management tools.
Apply Configuration Management practices to evolving technical program baselines and ensure configuration items are correct, complete, and consistent with technical and programmatic requirements.
Interface with Government National Team stakeholders, Prime Contractors, National Labs, and cross-functional Government and contractor working groups.
Track system development, product design changes, and their effects on the overall system.
Ensure configuration identification; prepare and process changes and documentation; and facilitate change review boards.
Help structure and maintain databases and generate configuration status reports and configuration verification audit record sheets.
Conduct configuration audits, including Functional Configuration Audits (FCAs) and Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs).
Establish and maintain Functional, Allocated, and Product baselines for assigned systems and subsystems.
Coordinate with logistics, engineering, and program management teams to ensure configuration changes are reflected in technical data packages.