Sr Principal Configuration Analyst

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautic Systems is seeking a Senior Principal Configuration and Data Management subject matter expert (Level 4) to support the F-35 program. The position is located on site in Redondo Beach, CA. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide guidance to team of 10-12 people in the Configuration and Data Management (CDM) Team

• Work closely with CDM manager to assess/address team training needs

• Responsible for 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 and 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

• Ensure that CDM team executes all requirements in the program Configuration Management Plan 

• Oversee Configuration Management and Data Management (CDM) activities, update and maintain Program CDM processes and plans, establish configuration-controlled baselines, maintain program Configuration Identification, Change Control, Status Accounting and Contract Deliverables throughout the product lifecycle as well as fulfilling existing CDM program processes and plans in accordance with NGAS sector processes and our customer statement of work.

• Coordinate with the program IPT Leads, Program Manager, Chief Engineer, and software development lead to ensure products are generated, managed, reviewed, approved and released using sector approved processes, tools and analysis products.

• Customer Interface for all configuration management and data management issues

• Work with suppliers to resolve configuration management and data management issues

• Provide visibility to program leadership for all SDRL and CDRL deliverables from the suppliers and to the customer

• Interface with the Project Engineering, Master Planning Integration, and Proposal Management teams to ensure they are meeting all Configuration and Data Management requirements

• Provide audit and training for all F-35 teams to ensure that they are meeting all Configuration Management requirements and be able to present the findings to Program Management

• Air System Integration focal point for all external customer audits

• Develop and maintain CDM Knowledge Management database

• Lead Minor Change Board for design authority suppliers

• Travel may be required up to 25%.

• Willing and able to work on site

 
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university with at least 8 years of experience or a Master’s degree with at least 6 years of experience.
• Expert knowledge in Configuration and Data Management.
• Familiarity with EIA-649.
• Working knowledge of hardware & software configuration control and defect tracking systems.
• Experience leading team through a configuration audit and conducting audit preparation.
• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Candidate has an existing Secret clearance or above
• NDIA certification in Configuration and Data Management 
• DAU training in Configuration Management

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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

Salary Range: $113,500.00 - $170,300.00

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.