Configuration & Database Managment Lead

About this role

Who We Are:    

• CAE Vision:   Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety,   efficiency   and readiness.   

• CAE Defense & Security Mission:   CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and   maintain   the highest levels of mission readiness.   

• CAE Values:   Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence,   Integrity   and   OneCAE   make us who we   are   and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.   

What We Have to Offer:    

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance   

• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe   

• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions   

• Recognition, professional development,   advancement   and having fun!   

Summary     

This position serves as the focal point for all C 17 Training System (TS) configuration and data management activities. The role leads the management of the total data package for the C 17 TS and   is responsible for   ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of all released program documentation. This includes   CAE   generated   documents, database information, vendor software and hardware documentation, Air Force   aircraft   technical publications, and procedural documentation. The position oversees all activities related to compiling, delivering, and maintaining C 17 TS Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), contractor records, and baseline documentation for courseware, hardware, software, and visual databases.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities     

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.    

• Acts as the primary point of contact for all C 17 TS configuration and data management activities across the program.   • Leads the development, maintenance, and control of the total program data package, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with contractual and organizational standards.   •   Maintains   the integrity of all released documentation, including CAE   generated materials, databases, vendor documentation, Air Force technical publications, and Air Force procedural guidance.   • Oversees the compilation, delivery, and archiving of all C 17 TS CDRLs   in accordance with   contract requirements and established schedules.   • Manages and   maintains   all contractor   related records associated with the C 17 TS, ensuring proper documentation control and long - term record retention.   • Controls and   maintains   baseline documentation for courseware, hardware, software, and visual database components of the C 17 TS.   • Implements and enforces configuration management policies, procedures, and change control processes across all program documentation.   • Coordinates configuration audits and   assists   with evaluations to verify baseline accuracy and compliance.   • Supports engineering, courseware,   logistics , and IT teams by providing controlled and up   to   date documentation and configuration information.   •   Identifies   discrepancies, gaps, or issues within data packages or baseline configurations and coordinates corrective actions.   • Ensures documentation products are prepared according to established formats and quality requirements prior to release.   • Collaborates with internal teams and Air Force stakeholders to support data delivery schedules, technical updates, and program reviews.   •   Participates   in continuous improvement initiatives related to configuration management and data control processes.  

Qualifications and Education Requirements     

• Bachelor’s degree in information management, engineering, computer science, business, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.   • 2–4 years of experience in configuration management, data management, or technical documentation roles.   • Working knowledge of configuration control processes, document revision practices, and structured data management.   • Familiarity with engineering documentation, technical publications, software/hardware records, or similar technical data sets.   • Strong attention to detail with the ability to   monitor   accuracy and consistency across large volumes of documents.   • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for collaboration with engineering teams and program stakeholders.   • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines within a   fast - paced , structured environment.   •   Proficiency   with standard office software and document management tools.  

Preferred Skills     

• Experience supporting DoD, Air Force, or   government   contracted   training system programs.   • Knowledge of CDRLs, configuration management software, and military technical publication formats.   • Experience   maintaining   hardware, software, and courseware baselines on complex simulation or training systems.   • Understanding of visual database documentation or synthetic environment data structures.   • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical procedures, or system specifications.   • Experience conducting configuration audits or supporting change control boards.  

Security Responsibilities     

Must   comply with   all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures.  Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval.  All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.     

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