CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

Description

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 Grumman’s Space Sector Configuration Management team is seeking a functional manager to serve as our Hardware Configuration Analysis Manager 1 in Chandler, AZ.

Due to the sensitive nature of our work this is a fully on-site position; hybrid or remote work is not available. Relocation is not offered for this role.

In this role you will:

• Serve as a functional manager for the Hardware Configuration Management (CM) team of controllers and analysts. 

• Display ability to understand Quality Management System principles with specific emphasis on Configuration Management in relation to EIA-649 Configuration Management Standard

• Train employees to uphold the principles and ensure compliance with tailored program plans. 

• Support the development and up-to-date maintenance of Data Management process requirements and training materials. 

• Apply the organization’s quality management system policies, processes and procedures in accordance with EIA-649 while directing program configuration management activities to successfully deliver the required products or services. 

• Establish a configuration management plan that integrates CM activities and resources to meet contractual requirements and stakeholder expectations which is reflected in the overall program plan while ensuring that plan adheres to the principles in EIA-649. 

Abilities we are looking for:

• Knowledge of CM Functions and the five Principles (EIA-649) CM Planning & Management, Configuration Identification, Configuration Change Management, Configuration Status Accounting, Configuration Verification and Audit

• Ensure that third party certifications (e.g. ISO - International Organization for Standardization and CMMI), that support business needs are obtained and maintained.

• Identifies, allocates, collects, analyzes and dynamically monitors quality performance metrics against the performance baseline throughout program life-cycle to drive continuous process improvements.

• The ability to effectively plan, define, establish, communicate, monitor, and control scope and program staffing to ensure that all of the work required and only the work required is performed.

• Resolves quality issues arising from scope changes and implements and tracks corrective actions.

• Sets a vision for the team - Creates strategies that shape the future and inspire the team, resulting in sustainable value and performance​.  Ensures all employees have goals aligned to the overall strategy.

• Builds a high performing team - People leadership, with an intense focus on acquiring, developing and retaining the best talent​; Respectful of others and understands and embraces the value of a diverse and inclusive team.  Conducts regular performance and career planning discussions.

• Takes ownership - Makes decisions based on the customer and overall business needs​

• Empowers others with clear accountability and appropriate support

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience - OR - 9 years relevant experience in lieu of degree is acceptable

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance

• Certification or equivalent demonstratable experience and understanding of EIA-649 Configuration Management principles

• Experience with Project Lifecycle Management tools

 Preferred Qualifications:  

• Experience leading a team

• Familiarity with Project Lifecycle Management tools TeamCenter, CostPoint and/or SAP

As a leader with integrity, you ensure ethical conduct, balanced results, and partner satisfaction. You respect and nurture growth, fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in building collaborative teams and customer trust, you communicate well, foster strong teams, and embrace change.  

We work a 9/80 schedule (9 hours per day Mon-Thurs, 8 hours every other Friday with the alternate Friday off)

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Primary Level Salary Range: $92,600.00 - $139,000.00

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.