Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a Configuration Management Lead to own and ensure successful execution of the CM Plan, including configuration identification, change and requirements management, verification, and audits. Successful candidate will use a high degree of experience to manage a team and provide support for a portfolio of technology products, including software and hardware products for Intelligence Systems.

Responsibilities include:

Establish and enforce CM Policy on assigned program(s) as set forth in company procedures or project Configuration Management Plans
Establish, implement, and ensure successful execution of all Software and Hardware Configuration Management activities per the Configuration Data Management Plan and BAE Systems policies and procedures.
Manage requirements including traceability of functional and non-functional requirements
Execute software release and change control functions using the designated CM tools in an agile environment, in order to ensure software product integrity and meet program schedules
Facilitate Configuration Control Board activities and develop and generate metrics as related to SCM (e.g., issue tracking counts, lines of code)
Continuous documentation review
Participate and brief on current state of CM affairs at Integrated Program Reviews (IPRs)
Attend agile process meetings (Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, etc) as required
Serve as a CM SME level advisor to CDS Program Managers and community stakeholders
Ensure software development life cycle and system documentation incorporate Raise the Bar (RTB) Requirements
Maintain awareness of Federal Government, DoD, IC, Air Force, and AFRL processes and procedures as they relate to configuration items
Create and update policy, processes, and applicable workflows; ensure adherence to each
Author technical reports, white papers, and other documentation as needed
Oversee changes and configuration management tasks for the team
Build and foster relationships among diverse stakeholders

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering, Applied Science or related field
Minimum 10 years of related experience
Demonstrated knowledge and extensive experience with Software Configuration Management standards/ processes and ensuring change management delivery
Proven experience in facilitating a software Configuration Control Board (CCB)
Familiarity with Continuous Integration tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab)
Technical writing skills, capable of creating required engineering documentation such as Software Version Description (SVD) documents (advanced level writing, editing, proofreading, and page composition skills)
Cross functional collaboration with Engineering, Quality Assurance, Finance, and Export teams
Experience managing a team of professionals; strong understanding and a willingness to train others on CM tools, and maintain a comprehensive knowledge base of software configuration management processes and standards
Knowledge of Agile software development life cycle principles
Exceptional interpersonal customer-relations skills utilizing excellent communication skills (both written & verbal)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Master's degree in Business Management, Engineering, Applied Science or another related field
Ability to work complex assignments requiring independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issues as well as an understanding and compliance with company policies and procedures
Demonstrated experience creating and executing a CM Plan
ITILv3 Foundations Certification (or higher)
Experience and administration of CM Tools (Jira, Git/Bitbucket) and Continuous Integration Tools (Jenkins, GitLab)
Experience with Agile Scrum/SAFe practices or Agile Scrum Master Certification
Knowledge of various scripting languages (e.g., perl, shell, python)
NDIA Configuration/Data Management Certification
Understanding of roles and responsibilities within Air Force Program Management Offices
Experience with software compilation, assembly, and delivery of source code into finished products or other software components
Experience in establishing and administering tool specific source code libraries, to include software builds, change control, and release management

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115100 - $195700

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.