Title:

Software Configuration Management Analyst

Program Summary

KBR’s Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of Defense, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.

Job Summary

A Software Configuration Management Specialist opportunity for the Search, Track Acquire, Radiate, Eliminate (STARE) Project Office.  The job entails data management, configuration identification and control, standards and procedures development, release management, configuration status accounting, configuration auditing, and CM training/advocacy.   This individual will be responsible for documenting and controlling changes, implementing version control systems, and managing the configuration management database (CMDB).  This individual will also manage the Software Review Boards for STARE, collaborating with Software Engineers and Equipment Developers.

This individual will also support the execution of CM activities to include Management and Planning, Configuration Identification, Configuration Control, Configuration Verification and Auditing, and Configuration Status Accounting for product development. The Configuration Manager will support the development and implementation of organization-level CM and DM policy, plans, and

processes.
 

This individual will support program success through ensuring program documentation accuracy.  Qualities sought in a candidate include attention to detail and strong organizational, analytical, communication, problem-solving skills, and team building skills.

Roles and Responsibilities

Maintain and manage source code repositories, establish and maintain configuration baselines, and track changes through different builds and releases.

Other roles and responsibilities include:

Change Control: Manage and approve changes to software configurations, ensuring that modifications are documented and authorizedConfiguration Management Database (CMDB): Maintain accurate and up-to-date information about software configurations and their relationships within the CMDBBuild and Release Management: Oversee the building, packaging, and release of software products, ensuring that they are consistent with established baselines and meet requirementsDocumentation and Reporting: Generate and maintain comprehensive documentation, including configuration status accounting, and generate reports on configuration status and change requestsProcess Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to configuration management processes, including automation and toolsCollaboration: Work with other members of the development team, including developers, testers, and product managers, to ensure that all aspects of configuration management are addressed.  Will establish and work with teams of individuals

Basic Qualifications

Must have an active SECRET clearanceA Bachelor of Science in engineering, physics, or mathematics from an ABET accredited institution is required.10-15 years’ experience requiredMust be a self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal directionMS Office skills a must, excellent communications skills, both oral and written required, including customer presentations

Preferred Qualifications

Software programming ability is also beneficialExperience with defense software applications

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.