Northrop Grumman
Configuration Data Management Section Manager - R10205735
Northrop Grumman, Redondo Beach, California, United States, 90278
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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.
Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for launch systems capabilities serving national security, military, civil and commercial customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable, and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success.
Northrop Grumman’s SSSD has an opening for a Configuration Data Management (CDM) Section Manager. This role is a dual-hat Engineering Manager, and the selected individual will be responsible for both section management and program responsibilities.
This Section Manager will be the functional management point-of-contact at the worksite for the Systems Engineering Department and will support and implement activities supporting department initiatives.
Responsibilities
Perform resource planning and staffing; staff development, including skills training and career support; and performance management, including employee goal setting, annual reviews, and issues resolution. Deployment, measurement, and improvement of tailored processes and procedures and supporting product cost reduction strategies. Work with programs to review, assess, and implement requirements. Additionally, the Section Manager should have specific domain expertise in Configuration Data Management (CDM), Software Configuration Management (SCM), or Systems Engineering, and experience throughout all phases of a program including conceptual design, design development and integration, production, sustainment process including verification. Basic Qualifications
In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, 12+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience PhD with 4+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience Demonstrated experience in leading technical teams or project management Candidate must have an active DOD Top Secret security clearance with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last 5 years, at time of application, and prior to start date as well as the ability to obtain and maintain active SCI access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher Experience working in a process-oriented environment Working knowledge of hardware & software configuration control and defect tracking systems. Prior assignment manager and/or functional management experience Knowledge of Configuration Management industry standards: MIL-HDBK-61B, EIA-649-1, -2, etc. Active Top Secret clearance with active SCI access at time of application and prior to start date Northrop Grumman offers a competitive and robust benefits program. As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401k Educational Assistance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions Paid Time Off Health & Wellness Resources Employee Discounts Flexible Schedules 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.
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Perform resource planning and staffing; staff development, including skills training and career support; and performance management, including employee goal setting, annual reviews, and issues resolution. Deployment, measurement, and improvement of tailored processes and procedures and supporting product cost reduction strategies. Work with programs to review, assess, and implement requirements. Additionally, the Section Manager should have specific domain expertise in Configuration Data Management (CDM), Software Configuration Management (SCM), or Systems Engineering, and experience throughout all phases of a program including conceptual design, design development and integration, production, sustainment process including verification. Basic Qualifications
In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, 12+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience PhD with 4+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience Demonstrated experience in leading technical teams or project management Candidate must have an active DOD Top Secret security clearance with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last 5 years, at time of application, and prior to start date as well as the ability to obtain and maintain active SCI access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher Experience working in a process-oriented environment Working knowledge of hardware & software configuration control and defect tracking systems. Prior assignment manager and/or functional management experience Knowledge of Configuration Management industry standards: MIL-HDBK-61B, EIA-649-1, -2, etc. Active Top Secret clearance with active SCI access at time of application and prior to start date Northrop Grumman offers a competitive and robust benefits program. As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401k Educational Assistance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions Paid Time Off Health & Wellness Resources Employee Discounts Flexible Schedules 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.
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