Configuration Management Specialist

Configuration Management Specialist

Company Overview

KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of Defense as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nation's security and well-being.

KMS is a three-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, KMS has won multiple regional Top Workplaces awards and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility.

Position Summary

The CM/ILS Specialist supports the AN/BYG 1 program by performing a wide range of Configuration Management (CM) and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) activities. This role involves maintaining accurate configuration data, developing documentation, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the quality and reliability of delivered hardware and software products. The specialist ensures compliance with Navy logistics requirements and supports ongoing maintenance, audit, and validation efforts.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Support AN/BYG 1 CM/ILS tasks across the program.
• Develop Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Certifications, including researching data and completing data entry in Navy Data Environment (NDE).
• Prepare Engineering Change Documentation (ECD) and coordinate with BYG 1 hardware, systems engineering, and installation teams to obtain and verify data accuracy.
• Develop Configuration Overhaul Planning (COP) documents, maintenance and completion work-files in CDMD OA databases; submit updates to Navy Configuration Data Manager (CDM).
• Conduct functional and physical configuration audits for hardware and software.
• Attend CM/ILS group meetings, including CM/ILS Team Meetings and Platform Installation/Media Delivery/ECI Status meetings.
• Interface professionally with program sponsors, Naval Sea Logistics Center, NUWC Keyport, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain current and accurate CM/ILS/Installation data such as ECD statuses, task completions, and boat schedules.
• Support CM/ILS team leads with product development, organization of CM/ILS spaces in the AN/BYG 1 Collaborative Environment, and acquiring access to required program databases.
• Develop, update, and distribute weekly/bi weekly CM reports.
• Conduct QA physical inspections of software received from source providers to verify compliance with requirements.
• Perform routine spot checks with ISEA 040 and develop Planned Maintenance System Service Requests (PSRs) per NSLC requirements.
• Track all new and revised PMS documentation to support ISEA 040 with Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) efforts.
• Support Maintenance Requirements Card (MRC) Validation/Verification test events.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in any field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and recommend actions following established guidelines.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines and support installation schedules.
• High attention to detail and accuracy of data.
• Familiarity with computer hardware and software; proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Navy DoD logistics.
• Previously served as submarine FT officer.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Reliability Centered Maintenance experience.
• Experience with Submarine Warfare Federated Tactical Systems (SWFTS) subsystems and processes.
• CM Pro or other Navy CM database experience.

Competencies

• Communication
• Analytical skills
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Technical proficiency with CM/ILS data and Navy systems

Additional Eligibility Requirements

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirement

• This position requires the ability to obtain and/or maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance and required access to all worksite locations. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment.

Other Duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None.

Work Environment:

This role operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Standard 8 hour workday. Flexible scheduling permitted with supervisor approval. Must be available during core hours per contract requirements.

Telework:

• No regular telework is expected for this role.

Travel:

• Travel up to 10% may be required.

Benefits and Additional Compensation:

KMS offers a competitive benefits packaging including medical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending account, PTO, paid holidays, military leave, bereavement leave, 401k / retirement savings plan, professional development and tuition reimbursement, basic and voluntary life insurance / AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance products and employee assistance plan (EAP) program. Additionally, KMS offers employee referral bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus.

AAP/EEO Statement:

KMS Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action Program. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants or employees needing a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.

KMS Solutions is a drug free workplace.