Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking an Associate Configuration Analyst / Configuration Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Systems Engineering organization. This role will be located in Melbourne, FL.
In this role, the Configuration Analyst plans 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.
Key Responsibilities:
Facilitate change boards including Configuration Control and Technical Review Boards
Establish and maintain configuration management libraries to include document, software, and hardware configuration items
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
Administer change processes and ensure changes are documented in accordance with program requirements.
Collaboration with the team in the review and analysis of released engineering change data, coordinating changes with engineering, quality, mission assurance, and engineering data control activities.
Perform Contract and Supplier Data Requirements activities to include planning, scheduling, execution, and delivery
Manage and document the change package lifecycle from initiation to closure of the packages and verify the implementation in complete and status records are updated
Review documents for correct markings based on contract and company guidance
Perform Configuration Status Accounting and Metrics generation on data management activities
Analyzes proposed changes of product design to determine effect on overall product and system. Coordinates modification records for management control.
Perform Data Transfer Authority (DTA) functions in classified areas
Create and Maintain Supplier Statements of Work (SSOW) and Supplier Requirements Documents (SRD)
Support the development and maintenance of Configuration Management and Data Management tools.
Generate reports that provide the status of Configured items, and the maturity of technical baselines.
Administer Configuration audit activities for both internal and external stakeholders.
We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
**This requisition may be filled at either an Associate Configuration Analyst (A01) or Configuration Analyst (A02) **
Basic Qualifications for an Associate Configuration Analyst (A01):
A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:
Be completing or has completed their Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by December 2025.
Be majoring in or having majored in Business Administration, Business Management, Information Technology or similar degree.
Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite). Final approved U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a
pre-requisite) as well as Program Special Access may be required to start.
Basic Qualifications for a Configuration Analyst (A02):
A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:
Be completing or has completed their Master’s degree from an accredited institution by December 2025, or is completing or has completed their Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 2 years of Configuration Analyst experience by December 2025.
Be majoring in or having majored in Business Administration, Business Management, Information Technology or similar degree.
Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).
Preferred Qualifications:
Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher
Previous internship/co-op or other work experience, leadership & teamwork capabilities, interpersonal communication skills, and activities (professional/community/extracurricular).
Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
Understanding of DoD Contracts to include interpreting Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) requirements
Knowledge of configuration management principals / best practices to include configuration status accounting
Familiarity with EIA-649-1, MIL-HDBK-61, or GEIA-859
Experience developing and maintaining program plans and process documents
Exceptional organizational skills to include the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Outstanding communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management
Experience with databases, Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence), or Tableau
Pay Range
Associate Configuration Analyst (A01): 52,000.00 - 79,200.00
Configuration Analyst (A02): 63,800.00 – 95,800.00
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Primary Level Salary Range: $52,800.00 - $79,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $63,800.00 - $95,800.00The 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.