One of our most challenging new fields is Microelectronics Design and Applications (MDA), which combines the unique properties of superconductivity and quantum mechanics to develop radical new energy-efficient computing systems. NGMC is seeking a Product Configuration Manager with demonstrated ability to lead development of new technologies to support our innovative MDA team in support of emerging supercomputing technologies.
This role functions as a Configuration Management (CM) primarily supporting SEIT, Software developers, hardware, mechanical, manufacturing and customers for the audit, configuration, and release of products, test procedures, and documentation to the various testing and operation environments. The CM representative contributes to the product configuration and release management of products supporting the NGMC day-to-day activities.
In this role, the selected candidate, will perform the following responsibilities:
* Identification

Assign and control program hardware / software data identification control numbers per program & Functional Home Room (FHR) mandates.
* Enforce & assign part and serial number requirements.
Change Management

Perform Technical Review Board and Configuration Control Board activities supporting baseline activities.
* Establish agendas, publish minutes & track meeting actions.
* Process change packages through lifecycle including disposition & documentation / hardware implementation.
* Perform program data release functions via Product Lifecycle Management tools.
Configuration Status Accounting

Development & maintain various Configuration and Data Management (CDM) reports for program support. Example, Configured Item Identification List, Engineering Change Request status, and CDM performance metrics.
Verification and Audits

Support internal program CDM audits against program SOW & Functional Command Media mandates.
* Provide aid to Functional Configuration Audits & perform Physical Configuration Audit.
* Document Management for deliverable CDRLs and non-CDRL documents.
This position will serve on-site in Linthicum/ Annapolis Junction, MD.
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or higher in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a similar technical discipline with 12 years of related experience, or 10 years with a master's degree, or 7 years with a PhD.
* Demonstrated 4 plus years of Configuration Management of engineering elements including systems, software, hardware, mechanical and manufacturing across multiple programs.
* Created, implemented, improved, and enforced policies and procedures in support of a Configuration Management in alignment with Principles and operating procedures requirements.
* 3 years of experience developing, maintaining, collaborating policy program plans and process documents.
* Created and maintained all Configuration Management processes and provide updates and recommendations for process improvement.
* 4 years of experience working all aspects of Hardware Configuration, Software Configuration and Data Management
* Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while buildings solid relationships and trust with internal team members and customers.
* This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.
* Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with poly clearance per business requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:

Active TS/SCI with poly security clearance.
* Ability to adjust to changing priorities and requirements.
* Ability to analyze/audit products and documentation handoff between engineers.
* Experience working in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Material Requirements Planning tool (MRP) (i.e., Oracle, SAP, etc.)
* Experience working in an Agile environment
* Experience administering configuration and data management using Siemens Teamcenter, Jira, SharePoint, Cameo, DOORS.
* Familiarity with DoD program lifecycles. Including planning and navigation of major milestones/events, development of technical baselines, and configuration audits.
* Experience with design, process automation, and access control in SharePoint, Jira, and Confluence.
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Salary Range: $157,500 - $247,600
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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.