ROBIN EARLY
Colorado Springs
Summary
Dynamic Senior Configuration Manager with proven expertise in configuration management and quality assurance at Sumaria Systems LLC. Demonstrates proficiency in JIRA and Confluence, optimizing resource allocation while ensuring compliance. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail, driving successful project outcomes and enhancing cross-functional collaboration across integrated teams. Aiming to leverage these skills in a challenging role within a forward-thinking organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Configuration Manager for AFNWC Program Office
Sumaria Systems LLC
Colorado Springs
11.2023 - Current
- Provide Configuration Management (CM), support of all relevant program artifacts in JIRA, Confluence, and SharePoint
- Review and analyze CM programs and data deliveries for accuracy, compliance, and maintenance.
- Record and manage Configuration Control Board (CCB) approved changes; participate in cross-functional CCBs and review proposed changes.
- Support engineering assessments and major audits (e.g., PCAs - Physical Configuration Audits), Quality Assurance (QA) Checks on System Baselines, and managed system configurations and version control.
- Report on data delivery status and support pre- and post-contract award data activities.
- Collaborate within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment with program management, systems engineers, quality managers, and design/manufacturing engineers.
- Establish and maintain configuration management plans and Charters.
- Working to create a repository of all documents in Confluence.
- Trained in Agile and PI Planning using JIRA
Systems Engineering Staff Analyst / Project Administrator/Scheduler Configuration and Data Management
The Boeing Company
Colorado Springs
12.2014 - 04.2021
- Supported Systems Engineering team with project execution on the Space Based Space Surveillance (SBSS) program.
- Developed and maintained 20+ detailed resource-loaded project schedules using MS Project.
- Collaborated with Project/Program Management to ensure consistent project scheduling approaches and accurate execution and reporting.
- Facilitated weekly schedule review meetings with project leads; provided scheduling reports to program managers.
- Developed a standardized project development template to streamlined new project schedule creation.
- Implemented a resource pool process to optimize resource allocation across multiple projects.
- Supported Configuration and Data Management (CM/DM) for the SBSS program, using established plans and processes.
- Coordinated and scheduled the preparation and delivery of contract deliverables; interfaced with various departments (Contracts, Finance, Systems Engineering, Maintenance, Space Vehicle Engineering, Flight Operations, Quality Assurance) to facilitate CM/DM process execution.
- Conducted data control activities (receipt, assigning control numbers, duplication, distribution, shipment, transfer of media, library checkout, customer deliverables, record retention, data verification).
- Updated the Discrepancy Report (DR) management system to reflect CM/DM actions.
- Coordinated and conducted chart briefings for CM approval boards, serving as a direct customer interface.
SBSS Office Administrator
The Boeing Company
Colorado Springs
05.2012 - 12.2014
- Performed the duties of the previous role with added responsibilities supporting the SBSS Program Manager.
- Facilitated daily tag-ups and video teleconference (VTC) meetings.
- Provided data for management review and tracked project status related to the SBSS program.
- Coordinated and attended leadership/management staff meetings; tracked employee training and conducted training on Time Keeping and Boeing procedures.
Office/Access Administrator
The Boeing Company
Colorado Springs
12.2009 - 05.2012
- Managed office administration for a Boeing site with 80+ personnel across multiple programs and engineering teams.
- Scheduled meetings, conference rooms, and special events, coordinating logistics as needed.
- Facilitated weekly site and team meetings (PowerPoint presentations, minutes, WebEx/telecom setup).
- Coordinated travel arrangements and expense reporting; reconciled corporate credit card charges.
- Managed office supplies, conducted inventories, and tracked project supply budgets.
- Created, edited, and recorded communications; processed and routed incoming/outgoing correspondence.
- Managed the Program SharePoint site.
- Managed visitor control and badging, including Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS) verification.
- Coordinated new employee verifications and orientations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO01.2019
Advanced FrameMaker Training Course -
LEDET
Atlanta, GA01.2018
IT Project Management Certificate -
American Military University
Charles Town, WV03.2017
Microsoft Office Applications Certificate -
Microsoft
02.2015
Skills
- Configuration management
- Project scheduling
- Document control
- Agile methodology
- Quality assurance
- Version control
- Agile methodologies
- Change control
- SharePoint management
- Confluence usage
- JIRA proficiency
- Resource allocation
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- Completed training and testing for Quality Assurance Analyst.
- Completed new revision of customer Technical Order in Adobe FrameMaker.
- Created system for completing Physical Configuration Audits on the Weapon System.
Affiliations
Member and section leader in award winning international chorus since 1987.
Member of Soli Deo Chorus, and Chamber Choir in Colorado Springs.
Volunteer event coordinator for 2023 mayoral election in Colorado Springs.
Timeline
Senior Configuration Manager for AFNWC Program Office
Sumaria Systems LLC
11.2023 - Current
Systems Engineering Staff Analyst / Project Administrator/Scheduler Configuration and Data Management
The Boeing Company
12.2014 - 04.2021
SBSS Office Administrator
The Boeing Company
05.2012 - 12.2014
Office/Access Administrator
The Boeing Company
12.2009 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Colorado Technical University
Advanced FrameMaker Training Course -
LEDET
IT Project Management Certificate -
American Military University
Microsoft Office Applications Certificate -
Microsoft
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