Configuration Analyst

Configuration Analyst

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation.

Job Description Summary

The Configuration Analyst assists senior level configuration analysts in managing and controlling configuration items (CI's), ensuring the integrity and traceability of product configurations throughout the lifecycle of a project.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, documentation, and maintenance of CM processes and procedures in alignment with industry standards and company requirements.
• Participate in both configuration control board (CCB) and Design Review Board (DRB) meetings and provide configuration management input as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality, and program management, to ensure CM processes support and align with program requirements.
• Assist in generation and distribution of CM reports and metrics providing visibility into the configuration status of changes objects.
• Support Senior CM team member with the preparation and execution of configuration audits and reviews.
• Assist in the resolution of configuration related issues and discrepancies.
• Assist with the release process to ensure accuracy and completeness of change objects.
• Assist with preparation of monthly deliveries of revised work products.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommended solutions.

Skills / Abilities

Education

Experience

3 to 5 years of experience in Configuration Management or related discipline is required.

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

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