Director, Configuration and Data Management

Job Summary

Mercury Systems is seeking top talent to advance cutting-edge technology for mission-critical aerospace and defense applications. We bridge commercial innovation with defense-grade security to ensure warfighters and allies have a technological advantage.

We are searching for a Director of Configuration and Data Management to lead a team of 11+ in Configuration Management (CM), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), component administration and component engineering. In addition to technical excellence within the CDM function through continuous improvement and innovative thinking, the successful candidate will mentor and develop the team. This role aligns within Mercury's SEIT function, responsible for Systems Engineering, Integration and Test, and Configuration and Data Management.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about mentoring and leading a team to excel in a maturing matrixed organization. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a self-starter who thrives on process improvement and wants to make an immediate impact.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage configuration management and global component engineering teams.
• Guide the development of new processes related to aerospace systems CDM, including electromechanical assemblies and software configuration management.
• Develop goals and metrics / KPIs within the CDM function to be flowed down to functional partners and drive engineering design and quality improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering and matrix functions (IT, Business Analysts, Engineering, Operations, Planning and other Mercury stakeholders) to improve CDM and PLM capabilities aligned with company goals.
• Manage the performance of a team of CDM professionals through regular feedback and formal performance reviews to ensure delivery of quality products and development of team members.
• Build technical relationships with program and project stakeholders and provide insight into improvement opportunities and value.
• Contribute to major account technical proposals by providing CDM process tailoring guidance and Basis of Estimate.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Work Location

Salary Transparency for CA

Full-Time Equivalent Annual Salary Range : $151,700 - $273,100 for a Director at Cypress, CA

The disclosed salary range is a general guideline for Mercury team members employed at the job level at the location listed above and does not include overtime for eligible hourly employees. Mercury considers a variety of factors to determine individual base salary offers to candidates.

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Why should you join Mercury Systems?

Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, enabling access to the latest commercial technologies for today's challenging aerospace and defense missions. Mercury, headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com

Our Culture

We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, with a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that supports learning and growth. We value communication and transparency, fostering two-way dialogue at all levels. We offer lifelong learning, skills training, and tuition reimbursement. We recognize and reward contributions for employees at all career stages.

To learn more about Mercury, or to visit the Mercury Community or Mercury FAQs, please visit the Mercury website.

Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status. Mercury also provides reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants requiring accommodation may contact the provided number for assistance.

(978) 256-1300

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