Configuration Management Analyst

BAE Systems, Inc.

. Develop or modify CM plans, policies, and procedures tailored to system complexity and scope .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeCedar Rapids • Iowa • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $72,150 - $122,655 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Configuration Management processes and policies, ensuring compliance with industry standards while effectively collaborating with stakeholders to enhance system lifecycle management. Proficient in utilizing PLM and ERP systems to maintain configuration status and implement best practices in a digital engineering environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Configuration ManagementPLM ProficiencyCMPIC CertificationChange ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Configuration AnalysisChange Process RegulationDocument ManagementBaseline Change ControlAutomated CM Tools

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

PLM SystemERP SystemAutomated CM Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CMPIC CertificationNDIA Certification

Industry Keywords

Configuration Management StandardsDigital EngineeringModel-Based EnvironmentsNSS ObjectivesDoD Security Clearance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop or modify CM plans, policies, and procedures tailored to system complexity and scope
Implement Configuration Management discipline throughout the system lifecycle
Regulate change processes and ensure only approved and validated changes are incorporated
Ensure baseline changes go through appropriate change boards
Track problems and changes in product documents/software and report changes
Control standard operating procedures and current configurations
Use or recommend automated CM tools
Ensure configuration management processes are executed across the lifecycle
Report project status and progress against specific plans
Collaborate with SMEs and IPTs to modernize CM policies and processes
Support implementation in an emerging digital engineering environment
Research emerging CM trends, techniques, methods, and best practices in model-based environments
Perform configuration analysis to ensure NSS objectives and requirements are met
Document configuration status accounting data and maintain it in a PLM system
Maintain current knowledge of configuration management developments and apply them cost-effectively
Lead process development initiatives and test and verify implementation into the Configuration Management System
Exercise proficiency in PLM and ERP and apply BAE Systems procedures
Stay current with industry standards and technology

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 2-years related experience
Strong communication and organization skills
US citizen eligible for a DoD security clearance
Working knowledge of Configuration Management/Data Management Industry Standards
CMPIC, NDIA or equivalent configuration management certification is required
Active Secret clearance preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health savings accounts
401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
Legal plan
Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Paid military leave
Paid bereavement leave
Applicable federal and state sick leave
Monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics
Flexible work environment