Configuration & Data Management Analyst

ARES is looking for an experienced individual for the role of Configuration and Data Management (CDM) Analyst on the Human Space Flight Technical Integration Contract (HSFTIC).  The CDM Analyst will:

 Responsibilities:

• Support NASA Programs by ensuring Configuration Management (CM) functions, processes, and procedures are implemented and are consistently followed
• Coordinate Changes (Change Requests (CRs), Deviations and Waivers, etc.) across contracts, teams, and organizations to facilitate the movement of baseline through applicable boards and panels, ensuring accurate and reliable data is captured from change initiation through implementation and closure
• Track, control, and release configuration managed products while ensuring established data quality and standards are met prior to release
• Maintain and validate data within the CR process, and track status of CRs until implemented
• Review and provide evaluation of cost, schedule, and technical impacts to Program Changes as needed
• Ensure all documents are current, distribution is timely, changes to a configuration baseline are properly identified, recorded, evaluated, approved, incorporated, and released
• Perform Configuration Management Receipt Desk (CMRD) coordination to receive, track, and distribute Program Change Requests for appropriate and timely processing and release of Program data
• Conduct Configuration Status Accounting (CSA) tasks to provide configuration verification, discrepancy tracking, and audit support 
• Perform Board Secretariat functions at Program Boards and meetings, including:
• Develop meeting minutes including formal actions along with details for decisional items with final decision
• Coordinate review of minutes, publish minutes and maintain current versions
• Document and track formal board actions and work with actionees to maintain status of all action items through completion and closure
• Guide board chairs in CM processes, efficiently shepherd Directives through the CR system
• Provide Change Paper status at Program Board meetings
• Apply data management best practices to:
• Ensure established data standards are met to enhance data quality, data accessibility and data integration.
• Proper generation, transmittal, receipt, distribution, storage and records retention of data and documentation including contract deliverables
• Understand restricted data requirements for the Program to ensure proprietary and sensitive data are marked and appropriately controlled
• Actively participate in process improvement initiatives and all other assigned duties

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 10 years of progressive experience as a CDM Analyst or similar
• Excellent communication skills (in both written and verbal), integration, coordination and presentation skills
• Must be able to multi-task and prioritize work to meet critical schedule requirements in a dynamic environment
• Must be a self-starter, highly motivated and take initiative in completing tasks with minimal management direction
• Independent learner, self-study and training skill
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint)

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in working one of the areas of Change Management and Configuration Identification, Configuration Status Accounting, Verification or Audits, data management or document control and management.
• Experience in using CM tools to integrate best practices.
• Knowledge of EIA-649, National Consensus Standard for Configuration Management.
• National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Configuration and Data Management (CDM) certification highly desired. 
• CMPIC Certification

 Education and Relevant Work Experience:

• A minimum of 10 years in a similar work field is required
• A degree from an accredited college or university is preferred

 Company Benefits:

ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• ESOP
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off & Holidays

 ARES is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer and complies with E-Verify.

 ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).  These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.   Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.