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Configuration Manager (MCFR), On-site

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Our client is seeking a highly motivated Configuration Manager to support the Molten Chloride Fast Reactor (MCFR) program and associated projects, including the Delta project. The Delta program is a critical step in the testing and development of the first reactor to be fueled by molten chloride salts. Your role will include interfacing with a team of scientists and engineers internally and externally. The Configuration Manager reports to the MCRE Lead Systems Engineer and is assigned to support the Delta, MCRE, and CBV projects. The Configuration Manager will report to the Delta Project Manager. The Configuration Manager is responsible for developing, maintaining, updating, and implementing configuration items, controlling configuration baselines, and conducting configuration related audits. The Configuration Manager will also be responsible for developing and maintaining our client's Configuration Management processes and procedures, as well as mentoring and training the Project Teams on those processes and procedures.

Additional tasks may include input into the development of program governance documents (Program Management Plan, Systems Engineering Plan, etc.), purchasing credit card management for purchases of items less than $1K, and interfacing with support groups to understand the status of their deliverables to the project.

Collaboration is integral to this role, as the candidate will interface with a dynamic, cross-functional, multi-cultural, and interdisciplinary team. Effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration are essential, with a focus on maintaining composure to ensure a program where the team is productive and to facilitate timely decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design document management and configuration control

• Mentor and train the MCFR organization on Configuration Management concepts, procedures, and work instructions

• Configure, update, and manage project Atlassian Confluence pages and Jira database

• Review documents for compliance to configuration management processes

• Coordinate document transmission among different project partners

• Review configuration management issues, drives resolution, and implement any required changes to the process

• Be responsible for the DELTA Configuration Management Plan

• Lead Change Control Board Meetings and enact changes as directed

• Perform credit card purchases for the program that provide essential swift procurement for the program

• Be responsible for direct communication and relationships with the following Support Orgs: Finance, ESH&Q, Legal, and Procurement

• Assist in the training, developing, and mentoring of employees.

• Assist with forms from partner companies to bring on new team members.

  Key Qualifications and Skills

• B.S. degree in a technical field or at least 3 years of configuration management experience in a technical or medical industry

• Experience with Atlassian Confluence and Jira

• Experience with process improvement. Ability to identify needed changes to processes and activities to implement continuous improvement solutions

• Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently during a given work week

• Experience in documenting configuration management processes and procedures

• High degree of trust and integrity

• Strong organizational and communication skills, including technical writing and presentation skills. Capable of providing feedback in a constructive manner

• Strong interpersonal abilities to support team philosophy and strategy

• Ability to adapt-to and rapidly learn new software and processes

• Demonstrated affinity for understanding key objective and intent and then working with stakeholders and software tools to improve a process or system to make it more efficient

• Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications

  Job Functions

  Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.

• Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)

• Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds

• Repetitive work: Prolonged

• Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work

• Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day

• Travel required: 0-5%

  Our client's technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. Client must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate our client's export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, client will not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.