Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!
We are looking for you to join our team as a Data Analyst 2 based out of Rolling Meadows, IL. The selected candidate will be part of the Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) team within our Mission Survivability Systems organization, which supports our Infrared Countermeasures product line.
The Data Analyst plans and coordinates preparation of program documentation, such as system and software documentation, entry into the engineering systems of record, and coordination to ensure documentation is released on time. Coordinates modification of records for management control. Establishes change orders and prepares for change authorization and documentation. The successful candidate will use their keen sense of urgency, multi-tasking abilities, attention to detail and initiative to keep projects on schedule.
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This role will be full-time and on-site in our Mission Survivability Systems group in Rolling Meadows, IL.
Basic Qualifications for Data Management Analyst:
- Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years of experience working in a corporate engineering or manufacturing setting; OR Master’s Degree and 0+ years of experience
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment
- Proven written/communication and analytical skills and proven ability to handle detail-oriented work processes
- Must be computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
- Must have a good understanding of Excel including creating reports, spreadsheets, and tables and proficient in manipulating data and formats of spreadsheets.
- Must have excellent communication skills with both internal and external customers.
- Must be detail oriented and can follow processes.
- Prior experience with managing document revisions and lifecycles.
- Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience working with complex databases i.e. SAP, TcE (PDM), or other product data management systems
- Familiarity with requirements development, requirements verification, and engineering production activities
- Experience with Jira/Confluence
- Experience with LaTeX
Primary Level Salary Range: $72,400.00 - $108,600.00The 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.Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree with 2 or more years of experience in a corporate engineering or manufacturing setting, or a master’s degree with no experience required
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment
- Proven written, communication, and analytical skills
- Ability to handle detail-oriented work processes
- Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong Excel skills, including creating reports, spreadsheets, and tables and manipulating spreadsheet data and formats
- Excellent communication skills with internal and external customers
- Detail orientation and ability to follow processes
- Prior experience managing document revisions and lifecycles
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
- Experience with complex databases such as SAP, TcE, or other product data management systems
- Familiarity with requirements development, requirements verification, and engineering production activities
- Experience with Jira and Confluence
- Experience with LaTeX
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