Configuration/Document Management Specialist

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a highly skilled Configuration/Document Management Specialist on the FROST program located on Schriever Space Force Base. This role will be responsible for analyzing changes of product design to determine the effect on the product design and function and determines and prepares documentation necessary for change. Designs and establishes management documentation. Authorizes the release of drawings, and software configuration changes specified by management and other functional groups. Develops and maintains software configuration management tools to support configuration identification, control, reporting, and delivery of both internally developed and externally purchased commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) software products. Performs configuration management and release engineering tasks to ensure new software product operating parameters are documented, comply with standard hardware configurations, and are logistically sustainable. Designs, develops, automates, and maintains productivity tools using programming, databases, or scripting languages to improve software modeling and development. Designs and implements build procedures that are used to support software product development and use. May develop software configuration standards for company-wide use. May train software developers in the use of configuration management tools and the implementation of software quality standards., and we’re looking for the right person to grow with us

Position is normally Mon – Fri; but may require on-call, evening, and weekend support in response to mission requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Execute NOPS-defined baseline control processes, as required
• Support, as directed, the effort to implement, maintain, and refine the configuration management process.  Including configuration control and discrepancy reporting of internal products and processes.  Interface with system-level control boards and processes.
• Identify and document discrepancies found in those elements of hardware, software, databases, support systems, or personnel activities required to support operations.
• Assist in maintaining and managing a system for reporting, tracking, resolving and closing discrepancies.
• Work with key stakeholders to identify, document, and implement operational process improvements
• Optimization of configuration management methodology, process, and tools.
• Monitor document configurations using a combination of functional and physical audits and data analysis from the programs task orders.
• Maintaining a comprehensive filing system and computer database if required for all documents to be retained for document control.
• Collect and maintain files of the latest revision level documentation necessary to define product configuration.
• Adjust to system changes by following a strict-change management process with the primary goal of minimizing security risks and maintaining mission capability. 
• Supporting site inspections activities to ensure quality, safety, and compliance requirements are maintained as described in the Statement of Work (SOW), site specific Occupational Safety and Health Administration publications, and local/state policies/regulations.
• Support Peraton growth opportunities; Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposal (RFP), and Subject Matter Expert (SME) data calls.
• Support the Program Manager to ensure compliance with SOW/Task Order requirements associated with deliverables, and performance standards.
• Support the Program Manager to ensure a collaborative relationship is maintained with our prime and government customers.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 2 years experience with BS/BA; 6 years experience with no degree.
• Must have a TS/SCI security clearance with an active Polygraph that was adjudicated within the last ten years.
• Working knowledge of Systems Engineering and Configuration Management
• Ability to understand Engineering Drawings and Standards
• Experience using automation tools to maintain a system configuration baseline.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience using automation tools to maintain a system configuration baseline.
• Experience with forecasting methods and scheduling tools.
• Excellent attention to detail with high levels of organization with ability to manage contending priorities.
• Strong and Proven Communication skills
• Experience with documentation control processes

Target Salary Range

$66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements

The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.

EEO

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