Sr Configuration Analyst (ref2530C) at Elbit Systems of America in Ladson, South Carolina

Job Description:

Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on X.

The Senior Configuration Analyst analyzes proposed changes of product design to determine effect on overall product and system.  Coordinates modification records for management control.  Establishes change orders and prepares for change authorization and documentation by company and subcontractors.  Reviews and analyzes released engineering change data and coordinates changes with engineering, quality assurance, manufacturing, program management, procurement and product support.  Ensures that requirements are implemented and in compliance with configuration management (CM) policies and Best Practices.  Oversees and coordinates data management (DM) activities for assigned programs in accordance with customer specific requirements and company procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Perform Configuration Control Board (CCB) activities to include capturing minutes and action items, tracking action items to closure, and distributing change notifications to program team members.  Monitor effectiveness and compliance on assigned programs. Conduct training as needed.
• Interface with supplier CM and DM personnel to analyze and resolve CM and DM related issues.
• Recommend and support realignment, management and allocation of departmental resources in support of CM and DM tasking assignments.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor. 
• Requires minimal supervision for CM tasking
• Leads and counsels junior staff and directs routine and non-routine program CM and DM activities
• Analyzes, develops and implements advanced CM and DM concepts, standards, techniques and solutions
• Acts on behalf of Configuration Management & Data Services Manager when delegated authority.

Business Relationships:

• CM/DM Manager
• CM/DM Lead
• Engineering Director
• Data Center Administrator
• Program Management and Program IPT Members
• Production Planning
• Supply Chain
• Quality
• Production Manager
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Engineering
• Supplier CM/DM

• Master degree is optional
• Bachelor's degree is preferred
• Associate's degree is preferred
• High School diploma or GED is required
• Specific Degree Field Required: Business Administration, Engineering Sciences or Liberal Arts
• Training Pre-requisites (Within One Year of Taking Position):
• ESD
• Safety Training, as dictated by Safety Department

Requirements:

• Must be very detail oriented
• Must have excellent problem-solving skills
• Must be able to follow department Procedures, Work Instructions and Best Practices.
• Able to work with a sense of urgency
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Thorough understanding of CM and DM disciplines and methodologies
• BA or BS from an accredited university (Preferred) or equivalent years of experience in Configuration Management
• 0-5 years relevant experience
• Able to read and understand drawings, Technical Procedures and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), able to create Bills of Materials.
• Able to learn, understand and properly use Engineering terminology.
• Able to learn and properly use Elbit Systems terminology and acronyms.

Preferred but not Required

• Experience using PLM Teamcenter
• Technical skills
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-973 and EIA-649 is preferred

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Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status. 

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.  Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email recruitingfw@elbitsystems-us.com.

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