Configuration Management & Integrated Logistics Support

**Configuration Management (CM) & Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Specialist – SLUAS Program** **Location: Middletown, RI** **Position Overview:** MIKEL is seeking a Configuration Management (CM) and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Specialist to support the Submarine Launch Unmanned Aerial System (SLUAS) program in collaboration with NUWCDIVNPT. This position is focused on configuration tracking, logistics documentation development, and systems support for SLUAS installations onboard U.S. Navy platforms. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, collaborative, and proactive in supporting SLUAS’ transition to a formal Program of Record (PoR), ensuring the accuracy and readiness of CM/ILS deliverables to the Fleet. **Key Responsibilities:** - Track and manage SLUAS hardware and software configurations across all installed platforms. - Maintain configuration records in Navy-wide databases and ensure alignment with approved system baselines. - Obtain and manage access to Model-Based Product Support (MBPS) tools, complete necessary training, and ensure permissions and role assignments are in place. - Develop and formalize ILS products to support SLUAS PoR transition, including: - Manage the development and revision of SLUAS Technical Manuals and coordinate the formal distribution of these manuals to the fleet. - Create and support Engineering Change (EC) and Temporary Engineering Change (TEC) documentation in collaboration with Unmanned Systems team members. - Assist with organization and approval processes for CM/ILS documentation and maintain structured configuration artifacts. - Interface with program sponsors, NUWC Keyport, Naval Sea Logistics Center, and other stakeholders to coordinate deliverables and maintain alignment with fleet support goals. - Attend team meetings and provide updates on documentation progress, configuration tracking, and logistical readiness. - Support additional tasks requested by team leads in the preparation and delivery of CM/ILS products. **Required Qualifications:** - Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take direction from technical leads. - Strong organizational skills and a high attention to detail, particularly in tracking configuration and logistics data. - Ability to complete assigned tasks on time in support of SLUAS installation schedules and Fleet requirements. - Strong written communication skills for technical documentation and process tracking. **Preferred Qualifications:** - Prior experience in Configuration Management or Integrated Logistics Support, particularly within DoD or Navy programs. - Familiarity with Navy technical documentation standards, MBPS environments, and PoR transition requirements. - Understanding of engineering change processes and document lifecycle management. **Work Environment & Additional Information:** - This position is fully onsite at NUWCDIVNPT in Newport, RI. - No travel is expected. - Candidate must be detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple documentation deliverables in a dynamic technical environment. This role is an excellent opportunity for an early-career or mid-level professional to gain experience in CM and ILS operations supporting a cutting-edge unmanned system. If you are passionate about system sustainment, technical documentation, and configuration integrity, we encourage you to apply!