Configuration Manager
SUMMARY:
The Configuration Manager will 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 full time to supporting the Delta, MCRE, and CBV projects. The Configuration Manager will report to the Delta Project Manager.
The Configuration Management Lead 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
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 Client 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.
REQUIREMENTS:
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
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
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.