Configuration and Data Management Analyst

Job Description:

AMA is a premier provider of systems engineering, software engineering, system integration and project management services for real-time, mission-critical defense systems. . We are seeking a Configuration and Data Management Specialist to support a NASA contract in Hampton, VA.

The salary range for this position is $70,000-$95,000 commensurate with education and experience.

Responsibilities:

• Provide Configuration Management (CM) support to large- and small-scale projects by establishing processes and procedures that support the procurement, development, integration, test, and delivery of NASA project products

• Support, develop, and implement CM procedures required to manage the planning, identification, controlling, auditing and status accounting of all CM products in accordance with NASA and center-level guidance

• Support, develop, and implement Data Management (DM) procedures required to manage the project repository, secure data and ensure accessibility to project team

• Maintain and manage configuration control of the project baseline documentation, including review routing, approval routing and document release

• Serve as the Configuration Control Board (CCB) secretary responsible for coordinating and managing all CCB activities including generation of CCB agendas/minutes, distribution of documentation for review, final disposition and implementation, and tracking of any related actions

• Manage the review, disposition, and distribution of both formal Contract Data Requirements List (CDRLs) items and informal partner deliverables

• Review, evaluate, recommend and implement new technology/enhancements to the CDM tools and processes

• Prepare for and support assessments and audits, as required

• Familiarity with various CDM metrics and the ability to provide status on those metrics as needed

• Develop training material and conduct training classes at project kickoff and as needed during the project lifecycle

Requirements:

• 8+ years of experience (or 2-4 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree)

• Must be able to support/establish configuration management system for both new and existing projects and provide support to government contract configuration and data management tasks

• Knowledge and understanding of Configuration and Data Management industry standards as endorsed by NASA

• Must be detail-oriented and able to meet strict deadlines

• Demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills

• Proficient in MS 365 suite of tools

• Familiar with Power Automate workflows

• Ability to work in a team environment and/or independently with very little functional guidance

• Ability to collaborate successfully with a project team including project management and technical leads, and support project disciplines including Systems Engineering, Safety Mission Assurance, and various technical leads

• Must have knowledge and/or experience developing, documenting and implementing processes and procedures

• Individual must meet government NAC and citizenship/permanent residency requirements for access to NASA assets

• Some travel may be required.

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. To learn more about our company, please visit our website at www.ama-inc.com/careers and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

AMA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local laws.