Mid-career Systems Engineer and Configuration/Data Management

ARES Corporation - Huntsville, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Huntsville, AL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

ARES Corporation is seeking a Mid-career Systems Engineer and Configuration/Data Management (CDM) professional to perform configuration and data management functions for the Exploration Upper Stage (EUS) Element Office within the Space Launch System (SLS) Program at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC). This role involves utilizing tools such as Windchill, Jira, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office products to manage configuration and data processes, ensuring compliance with NASA and MSFC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Interface with Element personnel and SLS Program personnel to implement CM and DM functions.
• Provide guidance and recommendations on CM and DM process execution and improvement.
• Facilitate the change management process and support the Control Board.
• Manage Element data in the ICE Windchill environment.
• Perform Configuration Status Accounting functions.
• Coordinate the review process with Element personnel to ensure product completeness before Control Board presentation.
• Perform Records Management for CDM records in the Element Office.
• Handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), ITAR, and other proprietary data according to NASA and MSFC guidelines.
• Support design review planning and DM support for data package development, receipt, tracking, and delivery.
• Interface with Prime Contractors to accept data deliverables and manage MSFC Engineering Release.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 5 years of applicable experience required.
• Master's degree may substitute for 3 years of experience.
• Associates Degree and 7 years of experience may substitute for Bachelor's Degree.
• High School Diploma and 9 years of experience may substitute for Bachelor's Degree.
• Recent experience managing configuration baselines and/or program data within a digital environment is strongly desired.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) is required.
• Strong organization skills, attention to detail, and excellent follow-through skills are required.
• Experience in the use of CDM systems such as Windchill or SharePoint or equivalent is required.
• Experience performing the CSA function using a database such as Jira, ACESS or equivalent is desired.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member to accomplish program objectives is desired.
• Certification in CDM or related field such as NDIA Certification is desired.
• US Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain clearance/access onsite at NASA MSFC is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience performing the CSA function using a database such as Jira, ACESS or equivalent is desired.
• Certification in CDM or related field such as NDIA Certification is desired.

Benefits

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