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Principal / Sr. Principal Configuration Analyst - Clearance Required

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Northrop Grumman

Principal / Sr. Principal Configuration Analyst - Clearance Required

Redondo Beach, CA

Requisition ID: R10186555
Category: Technical Support
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Location: Redondo Beach, California, United States of America
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Clearance Type: Secret
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Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
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Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
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Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
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Positions Available: 1
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. The Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

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We are seeking a Principal (level 3) or Sr. Principal (Level 4) Configuration Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals to support the planning and implementation of a comprehensive Configuration Management (CM) process on a major program, in accordance with established CM and Data Management (DM) practices that are based on DoD and customer contract requirements. The position will be located on-site in Redondo Beach, CA.
Responsibilities include:

Develop and maintain software configuration management tools to support configuration identification, control, reporting, and delivery of software products

Perform configuration management and release engineering tasks; Execute builds and releases per program schedules to ensure reproducible software configuration baselines

Design, develop, automate, and maintain productivity tools using programming, database, or scripting languages to improve software modeling and development.

Design and implement build procedures used in support of software product development and use

Perform Change Management activities to a technical baseline: System Engineering documents via an Engineering Review Board; Software Products (Software Change Control Board); Generate Board Metrics, Agenda and Minutes material

Baseline documents in a controlled system

Develop and maintain CDRL schedule, submittal requirements, and metrics

Support program meetings during CDM Lead Absence

Additional responsibilities may include developing software configuration standards for company-wide use as well as training software developers in the use of configuration management tools and the implementation of software quality standards

The candidate will have the opportunity to provide Configuration Data Management support throughout the program life cycle, and ensure configuration and data management policies and standards are met. Candidate must have the ability to work effectively within a team environment, to interface with other groups within the project, strong written and verbal communication skills, well developed abstract problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment with simultaneous efforts. Work under general direction. Determine and develop technical solutions to moderately complex problems independently.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Active DoD Secret security clearance

Experience with software development lifecycle and processes

Understanding of productivity tools using programming, database, or scripting languages in support of software development

Experience in CDRL management, document generation, and change control board (CCB) preparation and administration including leading the meetings and producing agendas and minutes

Experience with hardware configuration management

Experience with originating/updating and proofreading documents for publishing

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Windows 10

5 Years of related experience with Bachelor's degree; 3 Years of related experience with Master's degree for a principal & 9 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree & 7 years of related experience with a masters degree.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of Protected SATCOM program experience is a plus

Experience with and comprehensive understanding of software development and configuration management tools (i.e., Jira, Bitbucket, Jenkins, Confluence, ClearQuest, Git, Collaborator), including current SCM industry standards and practices

Experience in developing software configuration approaches and maintenance of the CM library and processes

Experience with the CM functions of planning and management, configuration identification, change management, status accounting and verification and audit, as it applies to software

Experience with TopVue, Defense Cost and Resource Center/Cost Assessment Data Enterprise (DCARC-CADE) and SharePoint

Familiarity with AS9100D, EIA-649, EIA-859, and MIL-HBK-61A guidance and standards

* Excellent oral and written communications, critical thinking skills, and attention to detail

TS/SCI clearance

Salary Range: $91,200 - $136,800
Salary Range 2: *$113,500 - $170,300
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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Redondo Beach, CA, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10186555
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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