Software/ Principal Software Configuration Analyst

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Huntsville is seeking a Software Configuration Analyst to develop, enforce, and maintain Software Configuration Management on a large-scale program in Huntsville, AL. The role emphasizes automated tooling, CI/CD pipelines, and close collaboration with development, systems engineering, and testing teams.

The position requires a bachelor's degree and an active secret clearance, with salary guidance provided and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Requires an active secret clearance at time of application.
• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience for Software Configuration Analyst.
• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience for Principal role.
• Experience with software builds and CI/CD tooling (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
• Experience managing multiple software baselines (branching, tagging, merging).
• Experience facilitating change control processes (CCB) and documenting decisions.

Responsibilities

• Execute and monitor software builds across environments.
• Establish and control multiple software baselines and branches.
• Document software changes with rationale and traceability to requirements.
• Manage release notes, build manifests, and related CM documentation.
• Lead or support Change Control activities and prepare for boards.

Skills

Active secret clearance

Software configuration management

CI/CD pipelines

Documentation and traceability

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (STEM or related)

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Azure DevOps

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Job Details

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

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 Defense Systems is seeking a Software Configuration Analyst or Principal Software Configuration Analyst to help develop, enforce, and maintain Software Configuration Management (SCM) processes on large-scale program in accordance with the Organization's Standard Process and contractual requirements. The analyst will also support configuration identification, control, reporting, and delivery of both internally developed and externally purchased commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS), Modified-off-the-shelf (MOTS), and Government-off-the-shelf (GOTS) software products. This role will be located in Huntsville, AL and is not a remote position.

A Software Configuration Analyst plans and evolves processes and infrastructure to execute programs which support rapid maturation and deployment of capability while sustaining a stable security posture and incorporating ongoing stakeholder feedback. Integrates SCM with development pipelines leveraging automation with test-driven development tools and continuous integration/test frameworks. Supporting the implementation of the provisioning and deployment techniques via packaging, componentizing, or Cloud distribution. Functions with agile principles to execute efficiently in an environment of continuous feedback. Ensures implementation of SCM, with Quality and Mission Assurance (QMA), utilizing automated testing with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and monitor software builds across development, integration, test, and release environments.
• Establish, maintain, and control multiple software baselines, including development, integration, test, and production branches.
• Coordinate and perform documentation of software changes, ensuring that change descriptions, rationale, and impact assessments are captured and linked to the appropriate requirements, tickets, and baselines.
• Maintain documentation control for configuration management artifacts (e.g., build instructions, release notes, configuration item lists, CM plans), including versioning, approvals, and distribution.
• Manage release of documents associated with software builds and baselines (e.g., release notes, build manifests, interface control documents), ensuring correct routing, approval, and storage in the designated repositories.
• Lead or support the facilitation of change control activities, including preparation for Change Control Board (CCB) or Engineering Review Board meetings, presentation of proposed changes, and documentation of decisions.
• Ensure that all software changes and releases comply with program CM plans, standards, and applicable organizational or customer requirements.
• Collaborate closely with software development, systems engineering, test, and integration teams to ensure smooth, coordinated delivery of software builds and releases.
• Coordinate the generation, release, and delivery of Contract Data Requirements Listings (CDRLs) while maintaining contractual obligations and technical excellence.

Basic Qualifications

• Requires an active secret clearance at time of application.
• Software Configuration Analyst- Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience
• Principal Software Configuration Analyst- Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience
• Involvement with software builds (e.g., build scripts, CI/CD pipelines, build automation tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
• Knowledge of controlling multiple software baselines (e.g., branch management, tagging, merging strategies in Git or other SCM tools).
• Demonstrated experience in documentation of software changes, including clear change descriptions, impact analysis, and traceability to requirements or tickets.
• Experience in facilitation of change control processes (e.g., supporting or leading CCBs, managing change requests, recording decisions).
• Strong attention to detail and discipline in following established CM processes.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external customer(s).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience defining or improving CM processes, standards, and templates.
• Experience with Agile Framework
• Experience working in a Department of War regulated or mission-critical environment (e.g., aerospace, defense).
• Experience using MIS, Data delivery system (DMDS or similar), SharePoint, Jira, Confluence.
• CompTIA Security + certification

Salary

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,600.00 - $119,400.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,900.00 - $148,300.00

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.

Application Period

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.

EEO/Equal Opportunity

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.