Configuration Data Management Program Lead

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

Building on The Aerospace Corporation's reputation as a trusted, impartial advisor with integrity and dedication to mission success, the Civil Systems Group (CSG) combines deep technical expertise with market-leading innovation to help our customers solve complex systems engineering and integration challenges. CSG is organized by core customer-facing lines of business to manage and grow programs within NASA, NOAA, and the NNSA, while extending our capabilities to other civilian federal government agencies fully integrated within Aerospace rules, regulations, processes, values and behaviors.

Within the CSG, the NASA Programs Division (NPD) supports our NASA customer in all aspects of human space flight and program office activities. This position will support the Space Communications and Navigation (SCaN) Program Office, in NASA’s Research and Technology Mission Directorate, providing subject matter expertise and leadership across the Program. We are looking for a Configuration Data Management Program Lead (Sr. Project Leader – Technical Project Management).

As senior technical authority for configuration and data management, this role will provide leadership in the program office and across its organizations identifying strategic needs, managing projects, supporting acquisitions, and integrating across the agency to provide successful communications and navigation for multiple programs and project.

This is a full-time position located at NASA Headquarters in Washington, D.C. or Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, AL This is an onsite work model that combines 4 regular onsite workdays and remote flexibility as the business needs allow.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Serve as the leader of a team of contributors and specialists to integrate disciplines and elements across the program
• Lead the planning, analysis, and surveillance of SCaN policies and their functional execution and provide expertise in identification, problem solving, and resolution of program and project issues
• Act as senior mentor to team members providing technical guidance, training, and development insight
• Lead the configuration and implementation of the Change Management Workflow (CMW) and Meeting Hub (MH) Tools for the SCaN Program and its associated projects and offices
• Lead CDM team in providing education and training to internal and external stakeholders on the use of SCaN CDM tools and execution of associated processes
• Lead the development of the SCaN Program Configuration Management processes and procedures, establishing program documentation control
• Manage change request, product review, and management directive process for the program including both internal and external reviews
• Direct team in developing workflows to perform receipt desk function and support of CDM across the program and throughout SCaN elements
• Perform change management and control throughout the document lifecycle, working multiple products in parallel and mentoring team members in the process
• Establish and ensure support of control boards and panels as required for efficient and effective program operation
• Provide CDM support of program and element reviews as necessary
• Ensure all CDM data and records are accurate, complete, and timely archived via the established systems

What You Need to be Successful – Senior Project Leader – Technical Project Management

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline
• At least 10 years of experience in Configuration and Data Management
• Knowledge of NASA CDM standards and principles
• In-depth experience with technical editing, formatting, and other document management functions in Microsoft Word
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate within a team environment, where the team is distributed across multiple NASA organizations, projects, and programs
• Exceptionally high level of initiative and creative problem solving
• Widely recognized internally and externally by peers, management, and customers as an expert in Configuration and Data Management

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Configuration Management certification
• 15 or more years of increasingly responsible professional Configuration Data Management experience, including in program management environments and with multi-disciplinary teams
• Recent CDM experience with NASA organizations
• Familiarity with product markings for proprietary data, export control, procurement, etc.
• Ability to identify and communicate concerns to leadership in a diplomatic manner
• 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)

$155,900.00 - $233,900.00

Pay Basis: Annual

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

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.