Senior Hardware Configuration Management (ON-SITE)

Job Description Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, this position is to be performed full-time on site, conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time. Be a part of a company that is community focused, driven to improve our future and protect our freedom. BAE Systems is one of the world’s largest leading multinational defense security and aerospace companies, with products and services covering air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology, and support services. Our vision is to be the premier international defense, aerospace and security company. Our mission is to provide a vital advantage to help our customers protect what really matters: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®”. We offer a flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best, including every other Friday off. Whatever your talents, goals and ambitions, you will find a distinctive place to thrive at BAE Systems. Join our team and see how you can make a bigger difference. Within Engineering, the successful candidate will perform Hardware Configuration Management (HCM) tasks including the fundamentals of Configuration Management: identification, change management, status accounting, audit and verification. With minimal direction, the successful candidate will be responsible for establishing, implementing, and ensuring successful execution of Hardware Configuration Management and activities per the Configuration Data Management Plan and BAE Systems policies and procedures. They will manage the change process and ensure that all changes go through appropriate change boards. They will ensure execution of CM processes across the lifecycle. This position also entails: Using software applications to document the configuration status accounting (CSA) data and maintain the data in a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system Identification and establishment of designated baselines and Bills of Material (BOM) Providing support for the establishment of a Configuration Control Board in accordance with project milestones Maintaining and overseeing a status accounting process including preparation and maintenance of a Configuration Item Verification Record (CIVR) that reflects current status of the end items for hardware Coordinating the preparation of changes, which require customer approval of engineering change proposals (ECP) and provides for submission and subsequent action on receipt of approval/disapproval Providing for necessary interface and communication with customers, subcontractors and hardware areas within program groups and the various company functional elements supporting the program group Developing proposal preparation and costing information as well as completion estimates Responsibility for providing hardware metrics In this senior role, the HCM will be responsible for mentoring more junior HCMs in the execution of all HCM activities. The HCM must possess a strong understanding and a willingness to train others on HCM principles, and have comprehensive knowledge of company hardware configuration management processes and standards. They will stay current with industry standards and technology. Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelors’ degree or equivalent experience Minimum of 4 years of related experience with BS Strong Microsoft Office Skills US citizen eligible for a DoD security clearance Experience using PLM systems Experienced in implementing principles of Configuration Management in either a product development or manufacturing environment. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Five or more years related experience. Active Secret clearance Familiarity with SAE ANSI/EIA-649B Configuration Management Standards Experience working with government contracts Strong problem solving skills and ability to work independently with little direction Experience with basic computer applications, databases, operating systems, and hardware Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $92290 - $156860 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 Electronic Systems 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve. 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.