Northrop Grumman
Principal Configuration Control Systems Engineer - R10207463
Northrop Grumman, Bay Ridge Junction, Maryland, United States
Overview
Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC) is seeking a Principal Configuration Control Systems Engineer. This position will be on-site in the greater Baltimore, MD area or Redondo Beach, CA. U.S. Citizenship is required and the position is contingent upon acquiring and maintaining the necessary US Government security clearance per customers’ requirements. Relocation assistance may be available. Travel: Yes, 10% of the time.
What You’ll Get To Do IPT/Segment Level role, works with Configuration Management team at Program/System level to implement Program's Configuration Management strategy within the IPT.
Develop, implement, and maintain configuration management plans, policies, and procedures.
Lead and oversee configuration identification, control, auditing, status accounting, and verification processes.
Ensure that configuration control is applied to complex engineering changes within the project lifecycle.
Coordinate with various departments including engineering, production, and quality assurance to plan and manage product baselines and documentation.
Conduct configuration audits to verify conformance to requirements and facilitate the resolution of discrepancies.
Provide expert guidance and support on configuration management best practices to project teams.
Maintain configuration management databases and tools, ensuring the integrity and security of configuration data.
Lead training and mentoring initiatives of other configuration analysts.
Prepare detailed reports and present findings to management and programs.
Engage daily with programs on matters of configuration and change management, conduct and lead Configuration Control Boards.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Configuration Control Systems Engineer
Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience with Bachelor's degree, 3 years with Master’s, 0 with PhD.
Understanding and experience with configuration management standards and practices (e.g., ISO, ANSI, CMII).
Proficient in using configuration management software tools and systems.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Current Active DoD Secret Clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI w. Polygraph prior to start.
Preferred Qualifications
Current active DoD TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
Experience in Teamcenter, CPLM PLM tool, Enovia, Windchill, and/or Costpoint or similar tools.
Certification in Configuration Management (e.g., CMII-P, CMC).
Domain knowledge of Configuration Management standards such as MIL-HDBK-61A and/or EIA-649B.
Experience with AS9100 or ISO9001 requirements, standards, and compliance issues.
Salary: Primary Level Salary Range: $110,300.00 - $165,500.00 per year. The above salary range is a general guideline; actual offers are determined based on scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills, and market conditions.
Benefits may include overtime eligibility, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and long-term incentives where applicable. Northrop Grumman offers health insurance, life and disability coverage, savings plan, company-paid holidays, and PTO.
Application period: The job posting indicates a 20-day window from the posting date, subject to change based on business needs.
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.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing
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What You’ll Get To Do IPT/Segment Level role, works with Configuration Management team at Program/System level to implement Program's Configuration Management strategy within the IPT.
Develop, implement, and maintain configuration management plans, policies, and procedures.
Lead and oversee configuration identification, control, auditing, status accounting, and verification processes.
Ensure that configuration control is applied to complex engineering changes within the project lifecycle.
Coordinate with various departments including engineering, production, and quality assurance to plan and manage product baselines and documentation.
Conduct configuration audits to verify conformance to requirements and facilitate the resolution of discrepancies.
Provide expert guidance and support on configuration management best practices to project teams.
Maintain configuration management databases and tools, ensuring the integrity and security of configuration data.
Lead training and mentoring initiatives of other configuration analysts.
Prepare detailed reports and present findings to management and programs.
Engage daily with programs on matters of configuration and change management, conduct and lead Configuration Control Boards.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Configuration Control Systems Engineer
Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience with Bachelor's degree, 3 years with Master’s, 0 with PhD.
Understanding and experience with configuration management standards and practices (e.g., ISO, ANSI, CMII).
Proficient in using configuration management software tools and systems.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Current Active DoD Secret Clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI w. Polygraph prior to start.
Preferred Qualifications
Current active DoD TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.
Experience in Teamcenter, CPLM PLM tool, Enovia, Windchill, and/or Costpoint or similar tools.
Certification in Configuration Management (e.g., CMII-P, CMC).
Domain knowledge of Configuration Management standards such as MIL-HDBK-61A and/or EIA-649B.
Experience with AS9100 or ISO9001 requirements, standards, and compliance issues.
Salary: Primary Level Salary Range: $110,300.00 - $165,500.00 per year. The above salary range is a general guideline; actual offers are determined based on scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills, and market conditions.
Benefits may include overtime eligibility, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and long-term incentives where applicable. Northrop Grumman offers health insurance, life and disability coverage, savings plan, company-paid holidays, and PTO.
Application period: The job posting indicates a 20-day window from the posting date, subject to change based on business needs.
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.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing
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