Configuration Analyst - Level 2 or 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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. 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 — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career opportunity for a Configuration Analyst – Level 2 or 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. Our domain provides rewarding work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the industry. The position is located on-site in Boulder, CO.  Boulder is nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, and only 25 miles from downtown Denver.

Position Overview:

As a Configuration Analyst (level 2 or level 3), you will be part of the team that focuses on providing tools, processes and subject matter expertise for configuration and data management activities across our program, suppliers, and partners. CM analysts are key program drivers managing product configuration baselines (Functional, Allocated and Product) and releases. This position supports data management activities and will require working onsite full-time in a closed-area work environment.

Essential Functions:

• Support Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings and processes for Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), Trouble Reports (TRs), Drawing Revision Notices (DRNs).
• Process Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and Requests for Variances (RFVs).
• Assist with delivering Certification Data Packages for test events and engage with internal stakeholders and customers.
• Prepare and maintain configuration management plans and procedures, and support process audits.
• Capture product baselines; conduct configuration status accounting and audits.
• Develop and release media, ensure proper marking, and perform data integrity checks.
• Serve as an advocate for the program; coordinate and deliver Contract / Supplier Delivery Requirements Lists (CDRLs/SDRLs) to meet contractual requirements.
• Conduct document / peer reviews of unclassified and classified internal and deliverable material.
• Assist with the cataloging and retention of government furnished information and software (GFI/GFS).
• Support Agile program increment (PI) planning sessions and Scrum team activities to drive successful outcomes.
• Develop solutions for complex issues independently.
• Generate CM metrics as needed.
• Assist in implementing innovative concepts to streamline processes, maintain quality, and boost efficiency.

The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.

This requisition may be filled at a higher level based on the qualifications listed below.

This requisition may be filled at a Configuration Analyst – Level 2 or a Principal Configuration Analyst - Level 3.

Basic Qualifications:

• Configuration Analyst – Level 2: Bachelor’s Degree plus 2 years of relevant experience in Configuration Management (CM)/Data Management (DM); or a Master’s Degree plus 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Principal Configuration Analyst – Level 3: Bachelor’s Degree plus 5 years of relevant experience in Configuration Management (CM)/Data Management (DM); or a Master’s Degree plus 3 years of relevant experience; or a PhD. and 1 year of relevant experience.
• Applicants must have a current active in-scope US Government issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start work.
• Applicants must be able to work onsite and in-person within a closed-area work environment full-time.
• Ability and willingness to travel 10% to support business needs. 
• Experience understanding and translating contractual requirements into program planning activities
• Experience using configuration and data management tools
• Experience managing customer deliverables (CDRLs) and supplier deliverables (SDRLs)
• Experience working configuration management in a highly regulated industry
• Experience performing and analyzing data integrity scans
• Experience conducting product peer reviews
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, business/project management, computer information systems, or sciences & analytics preferred
• Engagement in 1-2 professional engineering or project management organizations
• Experience with Agile Program Management
• Experience using Confluence and Jira
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) tools
• Experience applying the CM/DM Standard of ANSI/EIA-649
• Experience supporting and presenting at program reviews

Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00

The 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.