About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role overview

This is a full-time Software Engineer role focused on Software/Firmware Configuration Management for a confidential client in Jewell Manor, NY. You will operate and maintain configuration management tools and processes that support identification, control, reporting, build, installation, and delivery of both internally developed and COTS software. This role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET-level security clearance.

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What you’ll do

The Software Engineer (Configuration Management) will:

• Maintain software and systems configuration management tools and the Software Configuration Management System.
• Perform configuration management software builds and follow established software-build procedures.
• Create, assign, and verify configuration item part numbers, titles, and media numbers per requirements.
• Prepare media for customer software deliveries and manage specification/requirement baselines.
• Facilitate Change Control Board (CCB) activities to ensure proper oversight and approval of software changes.
• Act as a Data Transfer Agent (DTA) for software deliverables.
• Work within an AGILE software development environment and coordinate with engineering teams to track and report configuration status.

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Basic qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college plus 1–2 years of relevant experience, or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of Unix/Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Experience following software build instructions and handling build artifacts.
• Familiarity with build automation and scripting.
• Entry-level experience in Software/Firmware Configuration Management or Software Engineering.
• Working knowledge of system specifications and requirements.
• Experience working in an AGILE development environment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET-level security clearance.

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Desired skills

• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with engineering and configuration tools such as Jira, GitLab, and DOORS.
• Familiarity with Configuration Management principles and industry standards: ISO 9001, AS9100, CMMI, EIA-649 / MIL-HDBK-61.
• Ability to write Basis of Estimate (BOE) documentation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

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Benefits & pay

• Full-time position with competitive total rewards and benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, parental leave, EAP, education assistance, and disability/life insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements (examples: 4x10 schedules may be available).
• Full-Time Salary Range (provided by the client): $81,100.00 - $150,500.00 per year.

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Location & employment type

• Work location: Jewell Manor, NY (on-site or as required by the client).
• Employment type: FULL_TIME

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Notes on hiring process

Careertakes acts as the recruiting platform for this opportunity. If selected, you will be employed by our client (IT). Applicants may receive access to other matched roles via Careertakes. You will be required to meet any background and clearance requirements specified by the client.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.