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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
Job Description
- Level 2 Northrop Grumman
- Redondo Beach, California
PERMANENT
Updated 06/2026 Job Description Job SummaryRELOCATION ASSISTANCE
Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START
YesCLEARANCE TYPE
Top SecretTRAVEL:
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.
- 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.
MIL-HDBK-61A
&/orEIA-649C
&/orEIA-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.
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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-DB1Primary Level Salary Range:
$75,800.00- $113,800.