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Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Sr Principal Configuration Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals located in Edwards AFB, CA.
The Sr Principal Configuration Analyst 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. Reviews contract to determine documentation required for each phase of project, applying knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes. Analyzes proposed changes of product design to determine effect on overall product and system. Coordinates modification records for management control. Establishes change orders and prepares for change authorization and documentation by company and subcontractor. Reviews and analyzes released engineering change data and coordinates changes with engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and engineering data control activities.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of Military/configuration analyst experience; OR Master’s degree and 6 years of relevant Military/configuration analyst experience. In lieu of formal education, 12 years of relevant Military/configuration analyst experience.
Experience with technical data and electronic technical manual change processes.
Willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days a year.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. passport.
Ability to accept customer furnished quarters for a period up to 120 days away from primary work location and comply with mobility requirements.
Ability to meet medical and vaccination requirements for worldwide travel.
Must have an active US Government clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience executing Plans Scheduling & Documentation (PS&D) or Maintenance Operations Center (MOC) functions.
Active US Government Top Secret Clearance.
Experience supporting aircraft mechanical and avionics systems.
Experience evaluating engineering changes for implementation.
Flightline experience.
Aircraft Maintenance background.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree and 8 years military/configuration analyst experience OR Master's degree and 6 years relevant experience OR 12 years relevant military/configuration analyst experience in lieu of degree
- Experience with technical data and electronic technical manual change processes
- Willingness to work flexible schedule including extended shifts, holidays, weekends, and 24/7 on-call support
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. passport
- Ability to accept customer furnished quarters for up to 120 days and comply with mobility requirements
- Ability to meet medical and vaccination requirements for worldwide travel
- Must have an active U.S. Government clearance (background investigation within past 6 years or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation)
- Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable time
- Willingness/ability to travel up to 25% of the time
- Experience executing Plans Scheduling & Documentation (PS&D) or Maintenance Operations Center (MOC) functions
- Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance
- Experience supporting aircraft mechanical and avionics systems
- Experience evaluating engineering changes for implementation
- Flightline experience
- Aircraft maintenance background
Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
