Configuration Data Management (CDM) Section Manager

ngc; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

EAP & Work/Life Solutions

PTO

Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Configuration Data Management (CDM) Section Manager who will split time between section leadership and program responsibilities. The role requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance, and the candidate will contribute to configuration management and systems engineering across all program phases.

The position offers a clear path for staff development, process improvement, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams in a high-security environment.

Qualifications

• In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, 12+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience OR
• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience OR
• Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience OR
• PhD with 4+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in leading technical teams or project management
• Candidate must have an active DoD Top Secret security clearance with a SSBI completed within the last 5 years, and ability to obtain and maintain active SCI access

Responsibilities

• Perform resource planning and staffing; staff development, including skills training and career support; and performance management.
• Deployment, measurement, and improvement of tailored processes and procedures and supporting product cost reduction strategies.
• Work with programs to review, assess, and implement requirements.
• Section Manager should have domain expertise in CDM, SCM, or Systems Engineering, and experience through all program phases.

Skills

Configuration Data Management

Software Configuration Management

Systems Engineering

Leadership

Clearance maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

Defect tracking systems

Configuration Management standards MIL-HDBK-61B, EIA-649

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available. CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes. 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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems has an opening for a Configuration Data Management (CDM) Section Manager. This role is a dual-hat Engineering Manager, and the selected individual will be responsible for both section management (up to 20% of time) and program responsibilities (80% or more of time). Along with reporting into a program, the Section Manager is also a member of the Systems Engineering organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector.

*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.*

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Perform resource planning and staffing; staff development, including skills training and career support; and performance management, including employee goal setting, annual reviews, and issues resolution.
• Deployment, measurement, and improvement of tailored processes and procedures and supporting product cost reduction strategies.
• Work with programs to review, assess, and implement requirements.
• Additionally, the Section Manager should have specific domain expertise in Configuration Data Management (CDM), Software Configuration Management (SCM), or Systems Engineering, and experience throughout all phases of a program including conceptual design, design development and integration, production, sustainment process including verification.

*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.*

Basic Qualifications:

• In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, 12+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience OR
• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience OR
• Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience OR
• PhD with 4+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, Systems Engineering, or other relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in leading technical teams or project management
• Candidate must have an active DOD Top Secret security clearance with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within the last 5 years, at time of application, and prior to start date as well as the ability to obtain and maintain active SCI access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to the candidate’s maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Experience working in a process-oriented environment
• Working knowledge of hardware & software configuration control and defect tracking systems.
• Prior assignment manager and/or functional management experience
• Knowledge of Configuration Management industry standards: MIL-HDBK-61B, EIA-649-1, -2, etc.
• Active Top Secret clearance with active SCI access at time of application and prior to start date

*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.*

Northrop Grumman offers a competitive and robust benefits program. 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.

Primary Level Salary Range: $133,100.00 - $199,700.00. 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.