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General Dynamics Mission Systems · 1 day ago

Configuration Manager (Software/Systems)

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$106K/yr - $115K/yr

5+ years exp

General Dynamics Mission Systems is seeking a Configuration Manager to support national security missions through advanced technology. The role involves managing configuration and change processes, ensuring compliance, and leading team meetings to review system changes.

AerospaceBusiness Information SystemsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySensor

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Ensure an accurate and compliant Configuration Management Database (CMDB)

Manage and maintain the System Change Request (SCR) database

Lead bi-weekly meetings to review and approve system changes

Improve and lead the configuration management processes for effective control and capture of configuration changes

Maintain an accurate and compliant CMDB or PDM, reflecting "as-configured state" and historical configurations

Conduct baseline identification, change control, status accounting, and configuration reviews

Maintain and execute comprehensive change implementation plans, including validation steps, escalation plans, and rollback methods

Oversee the SCR database and bi-weekly Configuration Control Board (CCB) and Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings

Manage SCRs through the entire change process and lead CCB meetings for reviewing change requests

Administer program CCB and Technical Review Board (TRB) meetings

Ensure standardized methods, processes, and procedures for handling changes

Deliver weekly status reports on planned/unplanned changes

Inform program leadership of discrepancies and recommend corrective actions

Recommend policy changes and establish procedures

Evaluate CM tools and recommend the best options

Qualification

Configuration ManagementChange ManagementTechnical PrinciplesITIL CertificationSoftware Configuration ManagementAgile SCRUM Master CertificationAttention to DetailTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsDocumentation SkillsProblem SolvingCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a related specialized area or field is required (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience

Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required at time of hire

U.S. citizenship is required

Strong understanding and application of technical principles, theories, and concepts

Proven experience in configuration/change management and continuous improvement

Exceptional attention to detail, multi-tasking, and time management skills

Ability to influence and secure internal resources and support

Strong organizational and documentation skills

Ability to evaluate and recommend the best Configuration Management (CM) tools

Preferred

ITIL Certification is desired

Advanced understanding of Software Configuration Management (SCM) builds, third-party software management, and PDM applications

Agile SCRUM Master certification is desired

Certification in Configuration Management (e.g., CMII) is desired

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Highly competitive benefits

Company

General Dynamics Mission Systems

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General Dynamics Mission Systems designs and delivers critical systems and products for defense and cybersecurity customers. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1952

Fairfax, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees