EHP Configuration & Data Management Specialist

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

Building on The Aerospace Corporation's reputation as a trusted, impartial advisor with integrity and dedication to mission success, the Civil Systems Group (CSG) combines deep technical expertise with market-leading innovation to help our customers solve complex systems engineering and integration challenges. CSG is organized by core customer-facing lines of business to manage and grow programs within NASA, NOAA, and the NNSA, while extending our capabilities to other civilian federal government agencies fully integrated within Aerospace rules, regulations, processes, values and behaviors.

Within the CSG, the Human Exploration and Space Flight (HESF) Division and Civil Space Operations' Division supports our NASA customer in all aspects of human space flight and program office activities. This position will support NASA’s Extravehicular Activity and Human Surface Mobility Program (EHP) Program Planning & Control (PP&C) Office by providing Configuration and Data Management (CDM) planning and control services across the Program.

This is a full-time position located at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX. This role is hybrid requiring 3-4 days on site, 1-2 days telework

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide technical expertise in the planning, coordination, execution, and audit/verification of CDM processes supporting management of the EHP Baseline.
• Develop, design, implement and facilitate configuration management policies and best practices across the EHP.
• Perform change management and control through the document lifecycle. Working with the Change Package Engineer (CPE) and stakeholders, integrate comments, prepare change packages for approval, and ensure implementation and verification of EHP directives. This involves working multiple documents in parallel.
• Provide CDM support for EHP Control Boards and Panels to guide in the execution of CDM, ensure accurate recording of decisions, and present CM status reports regularly.
• Provide CDM support for EHP Milestone reviews as necessary.
• Support cross-program stakeholder integration and participate in cross-program CDM coordination.
• Provide education and training to internal and externals stakeholders on the use of EHP CDM tools and processes.
• Perform technical Document Quality Assurance (DQA) to ensure product consistency and adherence to EHP policies.
• Ensure all CDM data and records are accurate, complete, and timely archived via the EHP systems.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements: 

• HS Diploma
• At least 10 years of experience in Configuration and Data Management or related field
• Knowledge of CDM standards and principles
• In-depth experience with technical editing, formatting, and other document management functions in Microsoft Word
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment, where the team is distributed across multiple NASA Organizations, Projects, and Programs

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: 

• Degree from an accredited program
• More than 10 years of experience in Configuration and Data Management or related field
• Configuration Management certification
• Recent CDM experience with NASA programs
• Familiarity with product markings for proprietary data, export control, procurement, etc.
• Independent and self-motivated; proactive ability to learn on the job and utilize resources to carry out assignments
• Ability to identify and communicate concerns to leadership in a diplomatic manner
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite (particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, and virtual environments

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals