Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: Interim SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeAt 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.

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.

Discover careers that change the world and further advancements in defense, technology, and engineering today at Northrop Grumman. Use your experience to grow your career and support our global customers with the technology, systems, and solutions they need to enable their missions on the front lines and secure our world every day. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll discover a culture built on diversity, respect, and above all teamwork. Together with our group of experts across the technical spectrum, you’ll discover opportunities to make a difference in our world and start solving some of the world’s most critical problems in the most innovative ways.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Principal Configuration Analyst.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans and coordinates 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 5 years of experience; 3 years with Master's degree; or additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree

• Experience with large-scale ERO, PLM, or enterprise software implementations

• Proven track record of leading configuration-control processes in complex, multi-site environments

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple configuration initiatives simultaneously

• Active Secret DoD Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) in an Agile Environment

• Understanding of configuration management principles / best practices to include management of contract and supplier data

• Working knowledge and understanding of engineering documentation (i.e. models, drawings, specifications, parts, change notices, manufacturing plans, and manufacturing procedures)

• Experience working in a configuration management product life cycle system (i.e., Teamcenter Unified, etc.)

• Experience working in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Material Requirements Planning tool (MRP)

• Experience with JIRA/Confluence.

Primary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00The 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.