Northrop Grumman

Configuration Analyst / Principal Configuration Analyst

Northrop Grumman$65K — $98K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years or Master's with 3 years of experience; or Ph.D. with 1 year of experience.
  • Must have active DoD Interim Top Secret clearance (recent background investigation required).
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Top Secret and SAP clearances before starting employment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
  • Familiarity with DoD contracts and data requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate change boards including Configuration Control and Technical Review Boards.
  • Maintain configuration management libraries for document, software, and hardware items.
  • Coordinate project documentation preparation to meet customer contract requirements.
  • Administer change processes, ensuring proper documentation.
  • Collaborate with teams on engineering change data and modifications.

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements and 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.
  • Opportunities for learning and exposure to diverse projects.
  • Friendly team environment.
  • Paid time off and company paid holidays.
  • Health insurance, life and disability insurance, and savings plans.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Interim Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Configuration Analyst / Principal Configuration Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Systems Engineering organization. This role is located in Melbourne, FL.

**This role may be filled at the Base OR Principal level based on the qualifications listed, below**

In this role, the Configuration Analyst plans and coordinates preparation of project documentation, such as engineering drawings, production specifications and schedules, and contract modifications, to ensure customer contract requirements are met. Reviews contract to determine documentation required for each phase of project, applying knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes. Analyzes proposed changes of product design to determine effect on overall product and system. Coordinates modification records for management control. Establishes change orders and prepares for change authorization and documentation by company and subcontractor. Reviews and analyzes released engineering change data and coordinates changes with engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and engineering data control activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Change Management:
  • Facilitate change boards including Configuration Control and Technical Review Boards
  • Establish and maintain configuration management libraries to include document, software, and hardware configuration items
  • Plans and coordinates preparation of project documentation, such as engineering drawings, production specifications and schedules, and contract modifications, to ensure customer contract requirements are met
  • Administer change processes and ensure changes are documented in accordance with program requirements.
  • Collaboration with the team in the review and analysis of released engineering change data, coordinating changes with engineering, quality, mission assurance, and engineering data control activities.


Data Management:
  • Perform Contract and Supplier Data Requirements activities to include planning, scheduling, execution, and delivery
  • Manage and document the change package lifecycle from initiation to closure of the packages and verify the implementation in complete and status records are updated
  • Review documents for correct markings based on contract and company guidance
  • Perform Configuration Status Accounting and Metrics generation on data management activities
  • Analyzes proposed changes of product design to determine effect on overall product and system. Coordinates modification records for management control.


Technical Requirements:
  • Perform Data Transfer Authority (DTA) functions in classified areas
  • Create and Maintain Supplier Statements of Work (SSOW) and Supplier Requirements Documents (SRD)
  • Support the development and maintenance of Configuration Management and Data Management tools.
  • Generate reports that provide the status of Configured items, and the maturity of technical baselines.
  • Administer Configuration audit activities for both internal and external stakeholders.


We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Basic Qualifications (Base):
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree AND 2 years of related professional/military experience OR a Master's degree AND 0 years of related professional/military experience OR a Ph.D. AND 0 years of related professional/military experience
  • Must have an active DoD Interim Top Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance prior to the commencement of employment
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment.


Basic Qualifications (Principal):
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree AND 5 years of related professional/military experience OR a Master's degree AND 3 years of related professional/military experience OR a Ph.D. AND 1 years of related professional/military experience
  • Must have an active DoD Interim Top Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance prior to the commencement of employment
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Proficient using Microsoft Office and SharePoint
  • Understanding of DoD Contracts to include interpreting Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) requirements
  • Knowledge of configuration management Principals / best practices to include configuration status accounting
  • Familiarity with EIA-649-1, MIL-HDBK-61, or GEIA-859
  • Experience developing and maintaining program plans and process documents
  • Exceptional organizational skills to include the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
  • Outstanding communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management
  • Experience with databases, Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence), or Tableau


Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $98,300.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
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Revenue
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