Configuration Analyst Northrop Grumman Corporation
Palmdale, CA

Job Description

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.

The selected candidate will manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Essential Functions:

* controlling engineering and document releases


* controlling change requests for all configuration items,


* tracking and closing changes


* product reconciliation


* configuration status accounting


* processing and tracking of program contract and supplier deliverables


* performing internal and external audits



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

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university and 3 years of Configuration Data Management experience or Master's Degree and 2 years of Configuration Data Management experience

An active in-scope DoD Secret Clearance

The ability to obtain program access

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree

Excellent 2-way communication skills (upward and downward)

Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all

levels of employees and management

Active, In scope DoD Top Secret clearance

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.