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Job Description:

Do you want to be at the forefront of delivering Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) across the DoD?  Parsons is currently seeking a talented and experienced Configuration Management/ Systems Engineer to join our team to provide direct support to the Space Force in Colorado Springs, CO.  As a crucial member of our dynamic team, you will play a vital role in gathering, analyzing, and managing all configuration management aspects for the program to ensure the successful design, implementation, and maintenance of OPIR systems that provide essential intelligence and surveillance capabilities.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Planning:  Prepare a Configuration Management Plan (CMP) or Plans IAW Mil-HDBK-61B that align with OPIR project goals and operational requirements.
• Identification;  Establish a set of protocols and methodologies that provide a means to formally identify an indentured OPIR architecture of Configuration Items (CI) and Computer Software Configuration Items (CSCI) 
• CM Baseline, Interface and MOSA Management: Establish and then Charter an OIPR Configuration Control Board (CCB) that implements a formalized change control process with which to: release and control all OIPR CM baselines (FBL, ABL and PBL), and disposition all ECPs and Variances against those baselines.  
• Configuration Status Accounting (CSA):  Establish an OIPR CSA system that records a history of all CM actions within the OIPR program and from which BOMs or as built records can be extracted
• Configuration Audits:  Establish a method of planning, conducting, and archiving both Functional (FCA) and Physical (PCA) audits of OIPR requirements and technical data respectively.
• Technical Data Packages:  Prepare OIPR Technical Data Packages IAW MIL-STD-31000
• Military Specifications Development: Prepare military specifications IAW MIL-STD-961
• Statement of Work Development:  Prepare Statements of Work IAW MIL-HDBK-254 that include CM task requirements for OIPR contractors and suppliers as well as a compliment of formal CM data deliverables in support of the OIPR program
• Rights in Data:  Establish a process by which to assess, assign or challenge rights in data markings of OIPR technical data and computer software as described in the DFARS clauses 252.227-7013, 7014, 7015, 7017 and 7027
• Systems Engineering:  Participate and contribute to the planning and conduct of the SE technical reviews.  Establish a means to manage the configurations of models that may be used within the OIPR MBSE environment.
• Training:  Provide training and support to team members on configuration management processes and tools.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• An Active TS clearance with the ability to obtain an SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field; Master’s degree preferred
• 5+ years of experience in configuration management roles
• Proficiency in using configuration management software and tools
• Experience with MBSE methodologies and tools for modeling complex systems throughout the systems engineering lifecycle
• Experience using agile framework development methods and processes
• Broad systems engineering experience including early concept development, requirements analysis, design, test and evaluation, and risk assessment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to interact effectively with and lead diverse, multidisciplinary teams, including industry and government sponsors

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Experience working within Space Systems Command
• 4+ years of OPIR experience

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Top Secret

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: 

$83,300.00 - $210,600.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!