Configuration Analyst jobs in Bakersfield, CA

General Job Summary:

The Configuration Management Specialist is responsible for supporting the implementation of CM in a new Digital Engineering Environment (DEE). Provides subject matter advice and guidance on CM best practice methods, standards, and requirements to individuals responsible for lifecycle management.

Essential Job Functions:

• Maturing and automating digital configuration management tools to achieve reliability and effectiveness
• Assist system developers and integrators during implementation of new Digital Engineering tools and applications (e.g., Jira, Confluence)
• Assist with updating digital CM control processes, policies, and procedures
• Implement and update dashboard Business Intelligence (BI) analytics in accordance with customer requirements
• Coordinate project configuration, population, merging, build, packaging and archiving in support of development, integration, testing and production release activities
• Ability to support meetings with customers, employees, and contractors necessary to document engineering changes
• Identify and address application and data issues that affect configuration integrity
• Assist with support for incidents/outages when related to configuration applications
• Provide guidance on methods, procedures, and requirements to individuals responsible for the creation of documentation
• Participate in configuration reviews and audits and support quality assurance process audits
• Drive continuous improvement and system development processes

Other Job Functions:

• Other duties may be assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

No
Experience and Skills:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must possess a Bachelor's degree in a Technical related field
• Prior Configuration Management experience required
• Must be proficient in MS Suites and have working knoweldge of engineering design tools, (CAMEO, CAD, etc.).
• Prior knowledge and experience in Digital Engineering Environment, (DEE) and Model-Based Systems Engineering, (MBSE) preferred
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance/access approval at the appropriate level
• Must hold and maintain a valid U.S. Driver License

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Aerospace and/or defense industry experience a plus.
• Familiarity with DoD configuration management information data products preferred
• CM Certified a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Primarily office environment: desk, telephone/headset, keyboard/mousing/writing and one-on-one interface with department personnel, (9 hour minimum)
• Routine sitting and use of computer/telephone/copier equipment, some walking and reaching, active listening and thinking
• Ability to think analytically and produce accurate analysis and use good judgment to conduct assigned responsibilities accurately and effectively
• May work extended hours or weekends
• Office and manufacturing environment with potential exposure to uncontrolled climate conditions and potential exposure to noise, dust and hazardous chemicals
• Employee may generate, handle, manage, or work around hazardous materials and hazardous wastes
• Ability to physically handle items weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• 0-5% - May be required between Kratos locations

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

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From: Kratos Defense