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Amentum · 2 months ago

Lead Configuration Manager, xLab

Amentum is a leading engineering solutions provider, collaborating with NASA on deep space exploration projects. They are seeking a Lead Configuration Manager to establish and oversee a team of Configuration Management specialists, ensuring effective configuration management systems and processes at multiple NASA/JSC labs.

Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support
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Responsibilities

Implement hardware and software version control processes, policies and procedures
Develop and implement configuration management tools (e.g. JEDII, COSMIC, Models and Sims) to store, track, and manage configuration items
Work with customers (other projects and hardware/software owners) to understand requirements and desired test outcomes
Implement hardware and software version control processes, policies and procedures
Maintain and develop the environment for hardware and software product build, staging, testing and integration
Develop configuration control process and change management process for lab equipment
Support changes in configuration for hardware and software both temporary and permanent related to nonconformances troubleshooting to ensure CM is fully engaged if needed
Utilize configuration management tools (e.g. JEDII, COSMIC, Models and Sims, etc) to store, track and management configuration items
Manage configuration freeze process including integrity seals on hardware racks and software folders that will be used to support loading of both ground and flight software to support individual tests
Manage and maintain configuration records for various tests for documentation or future anomalies that require investigations
Perform audits to confirm CM processes are being followed and the hardware matches the approved engineering drawings and make corrective action recommendations for disposition by Gateway T&V leadership
Represent the XLab at various control boards and readiness reviews

Qualification

Configuration ManagementAerospace Industry StandardsConfiguration Management ToolsConfiguration Management CertificationTeam BuildingInterdisciplinary CollaborationCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Engineering and may be expected to have a related master's degree and normally possess 10-15 years of related experience
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or related field
Outstanding written/oral communication skills with experience presenting data and disseminating information to a variety of audiences
Demonstrated ability to work with interdisciplinary teams
Strong organizational skills and proven ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time
Experience with aerospace industry standard configuration management specifications
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation

Preferred

Experience with NASA/JSC configuration management standards and practices
Configuration management certification (CMII, CM, SEMC, etc)
Previous management or supervisory experience with emphasis on team building and experience in successful consensus building

Benefits

Excellent personal and professional career growth
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
Much, much more!

Company

Amentum is a technology and engineering company for security, defense, and energy.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$321.16M
2025-03-12Post Ipo Secondary· $321.16M
2024-09-27IPO
2020-01-01Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Ajay Nagar
Vice President
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Darren Burton
Chief People Officer
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