Configuration Analyst I

Location: Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States

Category: Engineering & Technology

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description
BAE Systems, one of the world's leading defense contractors, is hiring a Configuration Analyst I to support Configuration Management activities on Combat Vehicle Programs. This role can be on-site or hybrid on-site (50% or more on-site) and will be on a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
In this role, you will:

• Join a team responsible for performing Configuration Management (CM) activities related to the design, development, and production of complex systems in a defense environment.
• Deliver and maintain the engineering technical data package (TDP), apply CM processes in accordance with the CM Plan, and generate reports on the status of system designs.
• Support configuration management and quality audits and developing solutions to problems of moderate scope and complexity, using guidance from company policies and procedures.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline OR an Associate’s degree in a technical discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or a High school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.

• Good computer skills with MS Office suite to prepare appropriate metrics, reports and documents
• Experience using a product data management tool highly preferred (i.e. WindChill, TeamCenter)
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to demonstrate/ develop research and presentation skills
• Attention to detail, coupled with good time management and organization skills
• Sound interpersonal skills for interfacing and coordinating with company personnel, customers, and suppliers
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment
• Ability to make decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• DoD experience preferred
• Industrial Engineering or Systems Engineering
• Experience applying industry standards and meeting government requirements
• General knowledge of relevant configuration management and design engineering standards, manufacturing processes and documentation including military standards MIL-HDBK-61, MIL-STD-31000, industry CM standard EIA-649, and drawing standard ASME Y14.100
• Formal training in Configuration Data Management (CDM)
• MS Excel advanced user knowledge of complex formulas (pivot tables, vlookups, macros) strongly preferred
• Experience managing BOM structures
• Familiarity with CMMI requirements

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $64926 - $110374

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.