Configuration Analyst or Principal Configuration Analyst

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

**Description**

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come.

Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon.

We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way.

Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

**This requisition maybe filled at the Level 2 or Level 3 based on the requirements listed below.**

Northrop Grumman Aeronautic Systems sector is seeking a Configuration Analyst (Level 2) and/or Principal Configuration Analyst (Level 3), to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Air Systems Integration organization.

One selected candidate will support the Redondo Beach CA site and other to support the Palmdale CA site.

**Essential Functions:**

The selected candidate will perform the following, including, but not limited to:

+ Support Program tasks and attend meetings.
+ Maintain Configuration Management Command Media, Work Instructions and perform updates as required.
+ Perform CDM metrics on a recurring basis and support Program prep meetings.
+ Engineering Release activities for the F-35 Composite Structure Definition IPT.

This includes Build-To-Package (BTP), Source Control Drawings (SCD), Tech Packages, Engineering Schedule Change Record (ESCR) approvals.
+ Creation of the BTP, SCD, Tech packages and associated supporting engineering business items and data, BTP/SCD Lifecycle (workflow) execution, approval and formal engineering release.
+ Ensuring a Fully Linked Integrated Engineering Bill-of-Material (EBOMs) on all engineering releases.

This involves working in TeamCenter Enterprise and TeamCenter Unified (AeroSource) in order to maintain a valid, formally released EBOM.
+ Provides assistance and support to other F-35 IPT teams requiring Configuration Management assistance.
+ Requires meticulous attention to detail while maintaining control over all documents in flow.
+ Collaborates and coordinates with Technical Leads in the preparation, processing, and release of engineering documentation through the release process.
+ The selected candidate must be able to support audits, update procedures, and communicate effectively and clearly.
+ The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels.
+ 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.
+ 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.

**This requisition maybe filled at the Level 2 or Level 3 based on the requirements listed below.**

**Basic Qualifications**

+ Configuration Analyst (Level 2) consideration: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution along with 2 or more years of experience; OR Master degree with 0 years of experience; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.
+ Principal Configuration Analyst (Level 3) consideration: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution along with 5 or more years of experience; OR Master degree with 3 or more years of experience; OR additional 4 years of experience (9 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.
+ Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance; OR DoE equivalent.
+ Must have ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
+ Prior experience in Configuration Management or equivalent.
+ Technical knowledge and practice in design, analysis, or on-aircraft experience with Subsystems, Composites, or Metallic Structures.
+ Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

**Preferred Qualifications** :

+ Experience with Lean concepts.
+ Experience managing change boards or performing configuration status accounting.
+ Experience with Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing and Test documentation.
+ Knowledge of EIA-649, National Consensus Standard for Configuration Management.
+ An existing DoD security clearance Secret or above.
+ Government Contracts experience.

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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.

Educational assistance is available to employees who want to continue to learn and develop skills/knowledge.

Our educational assistance program supports employee development by providing resources such as:

+ Free Education Advice-ability to speak with an experienced advisor to tailor an educational program to your career goals and needs.
+ Tuition Savings at Accredited Schools: Access a network of accredited schools in a variety of locations (and online) to take advantage of reduced tuition costs and waived fees.
+ Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company.

Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself.

Every ERG is inclusive of all employees

Primary Level Salary Range: $73,900.00 - $110,900.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $91,200.00 - $136,800.00

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.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Required Skill Profession

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