Configuration Management Engineer (Active TS/SCI clearance)

Requisition ID : R10167043

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 is seeking a highly skilled Configuration Management Engineer to join our dynamic team. At Northrop Grumman, we work on groundbreaking systems that have a significant impact on global security and technology.

Our legacy of innovation and excellence has positioned us at the forefront of many technological advancements.

The scope of this position includes but is not limited to :

• Develop and implement comprehensive configuration management policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and streamline projects across diverse teams to ensure efficient operations.
• Audit and maintain documentation to ensure compliance with contract standards.
• Manage inventory, including hardware, software, devices, computers, and networks.
• Apply detailed knowledge of processes in accordance with customer contract requirements and collaborate with multiple teams to enhance procedures.

To be successful in this position you will need :

• Strong organizational skills with a focus on process improvement.
• Ability to solve problems independently and with attention to detail.
• Analytical skills and flexibility to adapt to different environments.
• Proactive approach to daily tasks and exceptional communication skills.
• Capability to work independently and efficiently.

This position will assist in the development of enterprise solutions that align with best practices to support mission critical objectives.

Minimum Education / Experience for Configuration Manager : Five (5) years of relevant experience with Bachelors Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering and / or Mathematics (STEM);

three (3) years with Masters Degree; no experience required with PhD. NOTE : Four (4) years of additional relevant experience can be substituted in lieu of degree.

Additional Basic Qualification :

• US Citizenship is required with an active DoD Top Secret / SCI security clearance which was active in the last 24 months.
• Must possess DoD 8570 Certification for IAT Level II or higher prior to start date.
• Experience maintaining the folder structure of large data repositories.
• Experience in creating Software and Hardware Configuration Management plans, data migration documentation, and maintaining version control artifacts.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, MS Visio, and sustaining engineering diagrams.
• Experience reading schematics, populating multiple databases, and using software such as MS Visio for project documentation.
• Experience with change control of artifacts and conducting periodic audits for verification.
• Experience following labeling standards and tracking all configuration changes and inventory information in Excel spreadsheets.

You will be a great fit if you have :

• Experience with delivering Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) documents to the customer
• Experience reviewing equipment room facilities which include hardware and software devices, computers, and networks
• Experience in automating engineering tasks utilizing scripting and / or orchestration tools. Specifically, proficiency in one or more of the following languages is preferred : PowerShell, Python, Bash, or YAML (executed / managed via Ansible).
• Experience with version control and change management tools such as Atlassian Tool Suite, SharePoint, Microsoft Azure DevOps Server (ADS), Git, BitBucket, IBM Rational Team Concert (RTC), and / or IBM Rational ClearCase, Synergy, Jenkins, Artifactory)
• Experience with software and networking version control including Cisco Router configurations, Firewall security policies, VPN Configurations, Linux service configurations, Active Directory security groups, GPO Policies, STIG security requirements, VCenter permissions
• Experience overseeing the management of binaries and artifacts using Nexus Sonatype
• Experience understanding space, power, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) requirements, and hardware specifications in equipment rooms
• Agile or SCRUM Certification is preferred.

What to expect :

During the first 30 days of employment onboarding activities to include Northrop Grumman training requirements, program overviews, system architecture familiarization, and department-specific training will establish a solid foundation for the new team member.

Introductions to management and team leads will provide insight into the team dynamics while identifying key areas where the engineer can provide value to the mission.

Day 30 through 90 will consist of further integrating the engineer into daily activities with a team lead to guide them.

Tasks will be assigned in accordance with the appropriate pace needed to ensure process and system architecture assimilation.

Day 90 and onward will consist of mission-guided projects and opportunities for the engineer to collaborate in a cross-functional team environment.

From leading day-to-day activities, to testing cutting-edge feature enhancements to the enterprise architecture, the engineer will have the ability to invest in their future while delivering maximum value to our customer’s mission.

Total rewards :

In addition to the competitive pay and 40 hours of PTO on day 1, as a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our competitive benefits package including :

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k 6% Matching
• Educational Assistance ($10,000 a year) / Certification Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work / Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion resources
• Veteran Resources

This position may provide the employee the flexibility of working a traditional 40-hour week or work a 9 / 80 schedule. The 9 / 80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day to take every other Friday off.

This role may offer a relocation assistance package.

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Salary Range : $101,900 - $152,900The 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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.