Within the CSG, the NASA Programs Division supports our NASA customer in all aspects of human space flight and program office activities. We are looking for a
Configuration Management Specialist III/IV. This position will support NASA Program Planning & Control (PP&C) by providing Configuration and Data Management (CDM) planning and control services.
This is a full-time position located at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. This role is hybrid requiring 4 days regular onsite workdays and remote flexibility as the business needs allow.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Provide technical expertise in planning, coordination, execution, and audit/verification of CDM processes supporting management of the Program Baseline.
- Develop, design, implement and facilitate configuration management policies and best practices across the program.
- Perform change management and control through the document lifecycle. Working with the Change Package Engineer (CPE) and stakeholders, integrate comments, prepare change packages for approval, and ensure implementation and verification of program directives. This involves working multiple documents in parallel.
- Manage NASA review of vendor and International Partner deliverables in coordination with project insight team.
- Provide CDM support for Control Boards and Panels to guide in the execution of CDM, ensure accurate recording of decisions, and present CM status reports regularly.
- Provide CDM support for program and project Milestone reviews as necessary.
- Support cross-program stakeholder integration and participate in cross-program CDM coordination.
- Educate and train internal and external stakeholders on the use of CDM tools and processes.
- Perform technical Document Quality Assurance (DQA) to ensure product consistency and adherence to program policies.
- Ensure all CDM data and records are accurate, complete, and timely archived via the Program data systems and repositories.
What You Need to be Successful Configuration Management Specialist III/IV
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited program in a related discipline
- At least 5 years of experience in Configuration and Data Management or related field
- Knowledge of CDM standards and principles
- Strong organization and communication skills
- Experienced in Microsoft Office suite (particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, and virtual environments
- Ability to collaborate within a team environment, where the team is distributed across multiple NASA Organizations, Projects, and Programs
- This position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for Configuration Management Specialist IV include:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in a related discipline
- At least 8 years of experience in Configuration and Data Management or related field.
- Ability to identify and communicate concerns to leadership in a clear and diplomatic manner
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
- Advanced degree from an accredited program
- More than 10 years of experience in Configuration and Data Management or related field
- Configuration Management certification
- Recent CDM experience with NASA programs
- Independent and self-motivated; proactive ability to learn on the job and utilize resources to carry out assignments
- Familiarity with product markings for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), export control, and data rights
- Familiarity with digital engineering tools
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite (particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, and virtual environments
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.
(Min - Max)
$37.44 - $62.04
Pay Basis: Hourly
Leadership Competencies
Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:
- Operate Strategically
- Lead Change
- Engage with Impact
- Foster Innovation
- Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
