Subject Matter Expert IV (CM)

Chugach Government Solutions•Moorestown, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Subject Matter Expert IV will provide hardware, software, and firmware Configuration Management (CM) for the Naval Information Warfare Center's US Coast Guard Integrated Product Team in support of the USCG Combat Systems Product Line. The role manages and maintains system configurations, supporting their accuracy, compliance, and integrity while coordinating with cross-functional teams. The position is based onsite in Moorestown, New Jersey, and requires up to 10% CONUS/OCONUS travel. The role also supports USCG engineering documentation sustainment, including engineering change coordination, process improvement, quality assurance of engineering changes and material lists, baseline management, configuration records, and CM-related metrics and risk reporting. The successful candidate must be able to work independently and collaboratively in high-tempo operational settings and during travel.

Requirements

Must be a US citizen.
Must hold an active Department of Defense Secret security clearance.
At least 15 years of hands-on experience with USCG C4ISR equipment identified in the PWS, including experience in three of these four areas: Systems Requirements, Operational Requirements, Test & Evaluation, and Training.
Recognized expert with demonstrated industry and public service leadership in C4ISR communication systems.
At least 10 years of defense acquisition and/or sustainment Configuration Management experience.
Extensive hands-on experience in Configuration Management.
Willingness to travel up to 10% CONUS/OCONUS.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
Working knowledge of the NIWC Atlantic Process Framework, including the Configuration Management Process.
General high-level understanding of the C5ISCINST M4130 Configuration and Change Management Policy.
Ability to collaborate in team environments and work independently.
Strong organizational and task-management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic operational environment.
Skilled in hands-on use of hand and power tools.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting USCG or Navy shipboard C2 or C4ISR systems.
Demonstrated experience with the Sea Commander System.
Experience supporting system integration or operational test events.
Experience developing or reviewing engineering documentation and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

Manage configuration for the Combat Systems Product Line, including system configuration accuracy, compliance, and process optimization.
Manage, track, and coordinate hardware and software versions, software licenses, documentation, and maintenance for the Sea Commander system and other combat management systems.
Oversee hardware and software configuration changes and document and track changes to maintain system integrity.
Create, update, and maintain site-specific configuration records in a relational database.
Maintain accurate configuration activity records and documentation in accordance with established standards.
Draft, edit, execute, and maintain hardware, software, and firmware Configuration Management Standard Operating Procedures.
Establish and maintain configuration baselines.
Communicate with ISEAs, SSAs, associated systems' PORs, and PMWs to track and gain insight into software and hardware changes and releases.
Support USCG engineering documentation sustainment.
Coordinate the Engineering Change process for the Combat Systems Product Line.
Participate as a major stakeholder in hardware, software, and firmware Configuration Management process improvement efforts.
Collect and report Configuration Management metrics and internal health measurements to support process assessment and improvement and CBSP use.
Document Configuration Management risks across the Combat Systems Product Line and submit them for Risk Review Board adjudication.
Perform quality assurance of Engineering Changes and material lists in engineering drawings.
Document hardware, software, and firmware configuration items as NIWC implements and documents system configuration changes.
Report risks and issues to the Project Lead.
Read, interpret, and update engineering drawings and hardware documentation.
Perform assigned work under time constraints and in varied operational environments; prioritize and execute multiple tasks, particularly during travel.