Configuration Anst II at BAE Systems in Maple Grove, MN

At BAE Systems Inc, the Configuration Management (CM) Department is responsible for ensuring our products are under configuration control and delivered on time. The Configuration Analyst II performs CM activities related to the design, development and production of complex systems and equipment primarily for the US government customer. The assigned analyst ensures all program obligations and objectives are met in a timely and efficient manner and works in a team environment consisting of organizational and outside customer contacts to meet program goals and objectives.

Specific Data Management Tasks:

• Identifies all data deliverables made part of the contract
• Builds and manages data status accounting tracking in a Product Data Management (PDM) system.
• Identifies, with assistance from program and engineering management, the data preparers; receives the data within PDM; and reviews the data for completeness.
• Solicits and secures appropriate programmatic approval, and delivers the information to the customer on time, throughout the lifecycle of the contract.
• Reviews sub-tier contractor requirements, builds data tracks for supplier submissions, and receives data submittals from various suppliers.
• Approval routing, and/or incorporation, into prime contractor deliverables to the various customers.
• Secures non-deliverable program work products to be configuration controlled in the PDM system and all other data management related tasks.
• Supports ISO, CMMI, Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), Quality and corporate audits.

Specific configuration management tasks include:

• Ensures application of organizational Configuration Management (CM) processes to program in accordance with CM plan.
• Plans and coordinates preparation of project documentation, such as engineering drawings, production specifications and schedules, and contract modifications, to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Analyzes proposed changes of product design to determine effect on overall product and system.
• Provides Configuration Management (CM) support to the program. Monitors change process to ensure updates to the Technical Data Package are implemented in a timely manner.
• Performs CM tasks that include release of CAD models, drawings, and software code, and non-CAD product data into enterprise PDM. Maintains software/drawings/part data and Bills of Materials in PDM.
• Processes software and drawing changes.
• Supports maintenance of CM logs, such as drawing number assignments and Variance tracking.
• Generates metrics from Product Data Management tool
• Facilitates Configuration Control Boards (CCB) and maintain meeting records.
• Maintains the As Designed Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Ensures the proper maintenance of Configuration Status Accounting (CSA) systems and prepare CSA reports.
• Supports the establishment and maintenance of the production baseline.
• Supports ISO, CMMI, Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), Quality and corporate audits.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience in Configuration Management or related experience; or high school diploma with 6 years experience in Configuration Management or related experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office skills (Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
• Experienced in Windchill or similar product data management (PDM) tool.
• Ability to make decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional and effective relationships with internal and external customers.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Preferred Skills and Education

• Ability to interpret scheduling and milestone requirements.
• Experience with CDM industry standards and processes, such as described in EIA-649 (Configuration Management) and GEIA-859 (Data Management).
• Strong business acumen including planning, forecasting, analytic skills and ability to negotiate and influence.
• Sense of urgency, ability to meet challenging deadlines, and attention to detail.
• Strong skills in interpersonal communications, relationship building, and in collaborating on cross-functional teams.
• Experience with generating Configuration Management (CM) productivity metrics and reports.
• Experience using Jira.

Benefits Information

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.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).