Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU) is hiring: Senior Principal Hardware Configuration A

Requisition ID: R10175168 Category: Technical Support Location: Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America Clearance Type: Top Secret Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position Shift: Days (United States of America) Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available 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. 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. We are looking for you to join our team as a Senior Principal Hardware Configuration Analyst based out of Linthicum, MD and will require 100% on-site work. What You’ll get to Do: As an integral part of our Configuration Management team you will plan and coordinate preparation of project documentation, such as engineering drawings, production specifications and schedules, and contract modifications, to ensure customer contract requirements are met. Review contract to determine documentation required for each phase of project, applying knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes. Conduct CCB Leadership Including Change Impact Expertise. Coordinates modification records for management control. Establishes change orders and prepares for change authorization and documentation by company and subcontractor. Analyzes proposed changes of product design to determine effect on overall product and system. Reviews and analyzes engineering change data and coordinates and facilitates review of changes with program functional stakeholders (i.e., Program management engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, etc.). Provide Hardware Configuration Management (CM) expertise and guidance on programs. Participates in providing input to policies and procedures that govern configuration management related processes, collaborating with stakeholders to identify and pursue configuration management process improvement based on industry and company standards. Prepare and maintain program plans that define how configuration management will be accomplished on multiple military, strategic and commercial programs that require it. Provides expertise and CM solutions in meeting customers’ and company objectives. Support Internal and External Audits (CMMI). Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience or a Master’s Degree with 6 years of experience in Configuration Management or other related disciplines; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. U.S Citizenship is required. A current/active DoD Top Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) after start. Experience following CM Standards, documented rules, and guidelines to ensure technical content meets internal and customer requirements. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.) Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degrees in Configuration Management or other related disciplines. Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance or higher with current Special Program Access (SAP) Organizational, leadership, and communication skills Working knowledge and understanding of engineering documentation (i.e., models, drawings, specifications, parts, change notices.) Knowledge or demonstrated experience with Configuration Management tools for hardware configuration. Salary Range: $104,900 - $153,300 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr