Journeyman Configuration/Data Manager

Applied Research Solutions•Dayton, OH

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About The Position

ARS is seeking a Journeyman Configuration/Data Manager to establish and maintain consistency of product performance, functional, and physical attributes with requirements, design, and operational information throughout the system lifecycle. This role supports Department of Defense (DoD) programs by managing configuration control processes, conducting audits, maintaining databases, and participating in government and industry working groups to resolve complex configuration management issues. Why Work with us? Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Requirements

Must be US Citizen
Active Secret clearance
Knowledge of configuration management fundamentals and lifecycle sustainment principles
Experience with DoD configuration management processes and standards
Familiarity with Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) and Data Item Descriptions (DIDs)
Understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) data rights clauses
Experience with deficiency reporting systems and Material Improvement Projects (MIPs)
Ability to conduct configuration audits (FCA/PCA) and compliance reviews
Experience with government and contractor interface activities
Strong analytical and documentation skills
Minimum: GED or High School Diploma
Experience: 4 years in configuration/data management profession, with 2 years specifically in DoD environment
All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain configuration management processes to ensure product consistency throughout lifecycle
Support Configuration Control Board (CCB) charter development and execution of CCB activities
Process and track configuration changes including ACSNs, ECPs, CCPs, deviations/waivers, and deficiency reports
Plan and implement Functional Configuration Audits (FCAs) and Physical Configuration Audits (PCAs)
Maintain configuration status accounting databases and records for baseline documentation and fielded systems
Assist with Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) development and management
Support deficiency reporting operations using Joint Deficiency Reporting System (JDRS)
Review and evaluate OEM proposals for configuration status accounting and compliance
Provide engineering data management support and conduct data reviews
Participate in government reviews, meetings, and technical interchange meetings
Conduct configuration management research, analyses, and studies
Other duties as assigned