Senior CDM Analyst – Space Systems

0909 SP - Orbital Space Systems; United States; On-site; USD 146,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Configuration Data Management Analyst Level 5 in the Dulles, VA area for a 100% onsite role. You will define CDM requirements, tailor processes by program class, and maintain CM/DM plans across the lifecycle of spacecraft programs.

The role emphasizes hands-on configuration control, documentation accuracy, and collaboration with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams, with potential for bonuses and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active Top-Secret clearance required at time of application.
• Extensive CDM experience across hardware config and data management.
• Experience with configuration management tools and audits.
• Knowledge of MBSE and related industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate program documents to determine CDM requirements.
• Develop CDM process tailoring based on program class.
• Maintain CM/DM Plans across program lifecycle.
• Manage configuration items and change control processes.
• Conduct configuration audits and peer reviews.

Skills

Configuration management

Audits

Documentation

Safety critical items

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 12 years

Master’s degree + 10 years

PhD + 8 years

Tools

SharePoint

Atlassian tools (Jira/Confluence)

Windchill

Enovia

ePLM/SAP

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Configuration Data Management Analyst Level 5 in the Dulles, VA area for a 100% onsite role. You will define CDM requirements, tailor processes by program class, and maintain CM/DM plans across the lifecycle of spacecraft programs.

The role emphasizes hands-on configuration control, documentation accuracy, and collaboration with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams, with potential for bonuses and extensive benefits.