RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
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.
Join **Northrop Grumman – Cincinnati (aka Xetron), **part of Mission Systems sector, focused on the development of new capabilities for our military and intelligence customers around the globe. Our Northrop Grumman Cincinnati, Ohio small business culture operates collaboratively within a larger corporation providing the benefits of both. This unique relationship offers employees the ability to know everyone at the site while working on technologies and products that are beyond state-of-the-art. You and your team will wrestle with the next big problems in an atmosphere of collaboration and cooperation, sharing your expertise while learning from the expert next to you. Remember when you were excited about getting to work because the challenge of the problem, the importance of the solution and the fun you had with your team? It's that kind of place! But don’t take my word for it. See for yourself! See why we receive comments on our YouTube Videos like “This company is insanely advanced” and “Wow. This is mind blowing.” See some of our recent Awards and Recognition and read about some of the reasons to live in Cincinnati.
The Hardware Engineering Department is seeking a **Principal or Sr. Principal Configuration Analyst **in Cincinnati, OH who is self-motivated, energetic, and interested in joining our highly skilled Hardware Team to develop unique solutions critical to global security. This role will support on-going programs and rapidly growing business.
Essential Duties:
- The Configuration Analyst is responsible for planning and implementing a comprehensive configuration management (CM) and Data Management (DM) process on programs in accordance with established CM practices that are based on EIA/649 and customer contract requirements.
- Job emphasis is placed on planning and coordination of project documentation, such as engineering drawings, production specifications and schedules, and contract modifications, to ensure customer contract requirements are met.
- Reviews contracts 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 control, operations, manufacturing, and engineering data control activities.
- The Northrop Grumman CM tool, Siemens TeamCenter will be used as the system of record for controlling document status and bills of material.
Our engineering work includes full life-cycle programs including design, development, system integration, hands-on test, training, and production. The ideal candidate will have knowledge in electrical engineering, component engineering and will be comfortable interpreting engineering drawings. The successful candidate will demonstrate a broad skill set that is balanced between interpersonal, business, and technical capabilities. The successful candidate will have a track record as an effective communicator and problem solver who is able to develop and maintain good working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will also have the ability to operate in a team environment and collaborate across the sector business areas as required to accomplish team goals.
**Note: this position is 100% onsite, no remote or hybrid. **
This position can be filled at the Principal or Sr. Principal level.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Configuration Analyst:
- 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree in engineering; 3 years with a Masters; 0 years with PhD
- Experience in configuration management
- Experience with Teamcenter
- US Citizenship is required
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance (NG will sponsor)
Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Configuration Analyst:
- 9 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree in engineering; 7 years with a Masters; 4 years with PhD
- Experience in configuration management
- Experience with Teamcenter
- US Citizenship is required
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance (NG will sponsor)
Preferred Qualifications for both:
- Active Top Secret Security Clearance
- Experience with Teamcenter MPLM
- Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- Configuration Management certification from NDIA, CMPIC, or CMII organization preferred.
- Experience and understanding of ASME Y14.100 and ASME Y14.5M -1994 or later.
- Expert level skill set for administering PDM/PLM, data management applications (i.e. Siemens Teamcenter)
- Knowledge in Electrical component engineering is a plus
- Self-starter and willing to learn new tools
Northrop Grumman has 401k matching and personal growth opportunities. In addition, we offer a flexible work arrangement and the option of a 9/80 or 4/10 work schedule. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work nine-hour days Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. The 4/10 schedule allows employees to work four ten-hour days Monday through Thursday and take off every
Primary Level Salary Range: $85,600.00 - $128,400.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $106,800.00 - $160,200.00
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 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.