Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a related specialized area or field is required or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Current or active Department of Defense Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required with ability to obtain a Polygraph is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position
General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Configuration/ System Change Manager in San Antonio, Texas. This role offers a unique opportunity to advance cutting-edge technology that supports our nation's core defense and intelligence services. Our employees collaborate closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions for high-stakes national security missions.
What You’ll Experience:
- Work with top-notch and often top-secret technologies.
- Join a team of bold thinkers dedicated to innovation.
- Continuous opportunities for learning and knowledge growth.
- 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.
What You Bring to the Table:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience) with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
- 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.
Highlights of Responsibilities/Skills:
- 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.
What Sets You Apart:
- Exceptional organizational and documentation skills with great attention to detail.
- Ability to develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
- Team player who thrives in collaborative environments.
- 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.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Certification in Configuration Management (e.g., CMII) is desired.
Join General Dynamics Mission Systems and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement in supporting national security missions. Apply today!
Workplace Options: This position is based 100% on-site in San Antonio, Texas.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Current or active Department of Defense Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required with ability to obtain a Polygraph is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
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Salary NoteThis estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary RangeUSD $101,357.00 - USD $109,672.00 /Yr.
