Principal Configuration Control Systems Engineer
Job Description
What You'll Get to Do:
You'll implement the program's configuration management strategy at the program/system level.
• Develop, implement, and maintain configuration management plans, policies, and procedures
• Lead and oversee configuration identification, control, auditing, status accounting, and verification processes
• Ensure that configuration control is applied to complex engineering changes within the project lifecycle
• Coordinate with various departments including engineering, production, and quality assurance to plan and manage product baselines and documentation
• Conduct configuration audits to verify conformance to requirements and facilitate the resolution of discrepancies
• Provide expert guidance and support on configuration management best practices to project teams.
• Maintain configuration management databases and tools, ensuring the integrity and security of configuration data
• Lead training and mentoring initiatives of other configuration analysts
• Prepare detailed reports and present findings to management and programs
• Engage daily with programs on matters of configuration and change management; conduct and lead configuration control boards
This position will serve on-site in the greater Baltimore, MD area.
This position is contingent upon acquiring and maintaining the necessary US Government security clearance per customers' requirements.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Configuration Control Systems Engineer:
• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience with Bachelor's degree, 3 years of experience with Master's degree, OR 1 year of experience with PhD
• Understanding and experience with configuration management standards and practices (e.g., ISO, ANSI, CMII)
• Proficient in using configuration management software tools and systems
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen
• Current Active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph prior to start
Preferred Qualifications:
• Current active DoD TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
• Experience in Teamcenter, CPLM PLM tool, Enovia, Windchill, and/or Costpoint or similar tools
• Certification in Configuration Management (e.g., CMII-P, CMC)
• Domain knowledge of Configuration Management standards such as MIL-HDBK-61A &/or EIA-649B &/or EIA-649-1
• Experience with AS9100 or ISO9001 requirements, standards, and compliance issues
Primary Level Salary Range: $110,300.00 - $165,500.00The 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.
What You'll Get to Do:
You'll implement the program's configuration management strategy at the program/system level.
• Develop, implement, and maintain configuration management plans, policies, and procedures
• Lead and oversee configuration identification, control, auditing, status accounting, and verification processes
• Ensure that configuration control is applied to complex engineering changes within the project lifecycle
• Coordinate with various departments including engineering, production, and quality assurance to plan and manage product baselines and documentation
• Conduct configuration audits to verify conformance to requirements and facilitate the resolution of discrepancies
• Provide expert guidance and support on configuration management best practices to project teams.
• Maintain configuration management databases and tools, ensuring the integrity and security of configuration data
• Lead training and mentoring initiatives of other configuration analysts
• Prepare detailed reports and present findings to management and programs
• Engage daily with programs on matters of configuration and change management; conduct and lead configuration control boards
This position will serve on-site in the greater Baltimore, MD area.
This position is contingent upon acquiring and maintaining the necessary US Government security clearance per customers' requirements.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Configuration Control Systems Engineer:
• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience with Bachelor's degree, 3 years of experience with Master's degree, OR 1 year of experience with PhD
• Understanding and experience with configuration management standards and practices (e.g., ISO, ANSI, CMII)
• Proficient in using configuration management software tools and systems
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen
• Current Active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph prior to start
Preferred Qualifications:
• Current active DoD TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
• Experience in Teamcenter, CPLM PLM tool, Enovia, Windchill, and/or Costpoint or similar tools
• Certification in Configuration Management (e.g., CMII-P, CMC)
• Domain knowledge of Configuration Management standards such as MIL-HDBK-61A &/or EIA-649B &/or EIA-649-1
• Experience with AS9100 or ISO9001 requirements, standards, and compliance issues
Primary Level Salary Range: $110,300.00 - $165,500.00The 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.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip out customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe. Driven by a shared purpose to solve our customers’ toughest problems, our nearly 100,000 employees contribute to launching the technology of tomorrow, today.
© 2025 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.
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