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Northrop Grumman · 1 month ago

Principal Configuration Control Systems Engineer

Jessup, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$110K/yr - $166K/yr

5+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company seeking a Principal Configuration Control Systems Engineer. The role involves implementing configuration management strategies, overseeing processes, and ensuring compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

You'll implement the program's configuration management strategy at the program/system level

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

Qualification

Configuration ManagementConfiguration Management SoftwareAnalytical SkillsTeamcenter ExperienceCertification in Configuration ManagementCommunication SkillsISO9001 KnowledgeCross-functional CollaborationProblem-solving Skills

Required

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 of experience with Master's degree, OR 1 year of experience 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

This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen

Current Active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph prior to start