Data Management Analyst

Northrop Grumman; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems in Orlando, FL, seeks a Data Management Analyst to lead documentation control and data handling for the CHORD portfolio. You will manage program documentation, templates, and repositories while coordinating reviews and ensuring compliance with configuration management standards.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s in English or equivalent experience, DoD Secret Clearance eligibility, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English or related discipline, or 6 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance.
• Advanced Word and Excel skills with templates and trackers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Data Manager supporting the Configuration Manager for program documentation and data management activities.
• Own the organization, control, and maintenance of program documentation (plans, procedures, drawings, specifications, reports, meeting minutes).
• Develop, maintain, and improve document templates, forms, and standardized formats for consistent documentation.
• Lead and coordinate document peer reviews, schedule reviews, capture comments, and ensure closure of findings.
• Create and manage document registers/trackers to monitor delivery dates, submission status, approvals, and responses.
• Coordinate document submissions to internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers per schedules and contracts.
• Track and report document status, risks, and issues to leadership; drive closure of actions.
• Perform quality checks on documentation for completeness, accuracy, versioning, and standards compliance.
• Maintain electronic document repositories (SharePoint, network drives, CM tools).
• Ensure proper naming conventions, file structures, and metadata tagging for searchability.
• Support change processes by baselining updated documentation and linking to change records.
• Collaborate with systems, software, and hardware teams to collect inputs and resolve gaps.
• Provide guidance on documentation best practices, templates, and tools.
• Assist with audits by preparing document packages and ensuring artifacts are current.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of documentation and data management processes.

Skills

MS Office

Document management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in English

Tools

SharePoint

Confluence

PLM/CM tools

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.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 Defense Systems has an opening for a Data Management Analyst. We are looking for you to join our team as a Data Management Analyst based out of Orlando, FL.As a Data Management Analyst at Northrop Grumman, you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our Cross-Domain Handling of Releasable Data (CHORD) portfolio. CHORD is a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) two-domain Cross Domain Solution (CDS). The CHORD portfolio comprises multiple contract awards and with various customers. The successful candidate will be exceptionally meticulous, collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & personal responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of seeking the best performance from everyone.Roles and Responsibilities:Serve as the primary Data Manager supporting the Configuration Manager for program documentation and data management activities.Own the organization, control, and maintenance of program documentation (plans, procedures, drawings, specifications, reports, meeting minutes, etc.).Develop, maintain, and improve document templates, forms, and standardized formats to enable efficient, consistent documentation across the team.Lead and coordinate document peer reviews, including scheduling, distributing materials, capturing comments, and ensuring timely incorporation and closure of review findings.Create and manage document registers/trackers to monitor delivery dates, submission status, approvals, and responses.Coordinate document submissions to internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers in accordance with program schedules and contractual requirements.Track and report document status, risks, and issues to the Configuration Manager and program leadership; drive closure of open actions.Perform quality checks on documentation, including verifying completeness, accuracy, proper versioning, and adherence to configuration/document control standards.Rapidly correct formatting issues in documents (styles, headings, page layout, tables, figures, cross‑references) to meet configuration and customer standards.Maintain and administer electronic document repositories (SharePoint, network drives, configuration management tools, or other document control systems).Ensure proper naming conventions, file structures, and metadata/tagging to support searchability and traceability.Support change processes by ensuring updated documentation is baselined, properly versioned, and linked to relevant change records.Collaborate closely with systems, software, hardware, and specialty engineering teams to collect inputs, resolve data gaps, and clarify documentation requirements.Provide guidance and support to team members on documentation best practices, templates, and tools.Support audits and reviews (internal and external) by preparing document packages, ensuring required artifacts are available and current.Assist the Configuration Manager with continuous improvement of documentation and data management processes, tools, and standards.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree in English or related discipline (and 2 years of relevant experience; 0 years with Masters; or 0 years with PhD) or 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree may be considered.Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance.Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook); demonstrated ability to create and maintain templates, tables, and standardized formats.Proven ability to manage multiple document submittals and deadlines in a fast‑paced, schedule‑driven environment.Strong attention to detail and accuracy with document formatting, version control, and data integrity.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including clear documentation and status reporting.Preferred Qualifications:Active DoD Secret ClearanceAdvanced skills in Microsoft Word and Excel, including styles, macros, complex tables, and automation for document templates and trackers.Experience working in a documentation, data management, or configuration management role in an engineering, aerospace/defense, or similar technical environment.Experience establishing and/or leading a structured peer review process for technical documentation, including criteria, checklists, and metrics to improve document quality over time.Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to prioritize and follow through on commitments.Experience creating and managing document trackers (e.g., using Excel and/or database tools) to monitor deliverables, due dates, and approval status.Experience in configuration management, document control, or data management on complex engineering or defense programs.Familiarity with configuration management principles, change control, and baseline management.Experience with document management systems and collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence, PLM/CM tools, or similar).Experience preparing documentation for customer deliveries (e.g., CDR artifacts, data item deliverables, or contract data requirements lists).Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to documentation and configuration management (e.g., EIA/ISO, systems engineering processes).Prior experience working closely with systems, software, or hardware engineering teams on documentation and data deliveries.Primary Level Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $108,100.00The 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.