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Configuration Analyst Level 2

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A Configuration Analyst or Specialist provides specialized technical assistance in software configuration management, a process to track and control changes in software. May work for a company software configuration management team and assist with all aspects of software configuration management, including software product and application reviews and analysis of system requirements. May work with software users to troubleshoot and resolve software configuration problems.

$109,580 / year median in California

-5% projected decline

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Configuration Analyst
  • Level 2 Northrop Grumman
  • Redondo Beach, California
PERMANENT
Posted 06/2026 Job Description Job Summary
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START
Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE
Top Secret
TRAVEL:
Yes, 10 of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. Northrop Grummans Space Systems Sector is seeking a Configuration Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals, and this position will be located in Redondo Beach, CA as a fully onsite role. This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future. This position requires demonstrated experience: establishing and following CM processes throughout project life cycles to maintain consistent configuration control, developing, operating, and maintaining CM database and other process management tools, maintaining the Configuration Management Plan, managing CM products and documentation.
  • Coordinate and administer configuration management activities related to planning, identification, change management, status accounting, and verification and audit.
  • Manage CM processes to maintain the integrity of the hardware and software as-designed and as-built configurations utilizing both PLM and ERP systems.
  • 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.
  • Prepare and maintain program plans that define how configuration management will be accomplished on an operations and maintenance program.
  • Assist with capturing product baselines and performing configuration status accounting and configuration audits.
  • Review contract to determine documentation required for each phase of project, applying CM knowledge of engineering and manufacturing processes.
  • Analyze proposed changes to product design documentation to determine effect on overall product and system.
  • Review Statement of Work/program specification content and applicability to program implementation
  • Contribute to the completion of milestones associated with specific projects and requirements.
  • Provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of increasing scope and complexity as assigned.
  • Participate in modifying and providing input to policies and procedures that govern CM-related processes, collaborating with stakeholders to identify and pursue CM process improvements.
  • Coordinate all contractual selloff requirements.
  • Good communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to interface well with program management/customers/IPT leads. Basic Qualifications for Configuration Analyst (level 2):
  • Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience, a Master's degree with 1 year of experience.
  • Domain knowledge of Configuration Mgmt.
standards such as
MIL-HDBK-61A
&/or
EIA-649C
&/or
EIA-649-1
  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance
  • Good oral and written communication skills and the ability to interface well with program management/customers.
  • Experience with product lifecycle management software, Teamcenter highly preferred
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Self-motivated and able to effectively work with all levels of the organization.
  • Proficient in tools such as Enovia, Atlassian Confluence, Atlassian Jira, and other related CM programs
  • Experience in managing access control and organization of documentation locations.
  • Solid written and verbal skills to effectively interact with Government counterparts, other defense contractor organizations, and other cross-functional organizations.
  • Active Top Secret with SCI clearance This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company.
Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future. Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector?
Click the link below:
https://www.northropgrumman.com/space. Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site: Northrop Grumman Total Rewards As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • 401k
  • Educational Assistance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health & Wellness Resources
  • Employee Discounts
Flexible Schedules:
for example, the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work. LosAngelesSpace LI-DB1
Primary Level Salary Range:
$75,800.00
  • $113,800.
00 The 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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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. Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated without explicit consent of JSfirm, LLC.