Configuration Data Analyst / Principal Configuration Data Analyst
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 9, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores B on the Alion truth index.
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 is seeking a Configuration Data Management Analyst or Principal Configuration Data Management Analyst to join our team in Warner Robins, GA, supporting the Integrated Mission Solutions OU within the Defense Systems sector. This location supports the design, delivery, and sustainment of embedded electronic systems on U.S. and foreign airborne platforms.
The successful candidate will perform configuration data management of technical data and documents related to the design, modification, production, and sustainment of complex embedded defense electronic systems. This includes managing document metadata, review cycles, approvals, and archival activities in accordance with Principles and Operating Practices (PrOP) and program requirements.
Please Note: This is NOT a network or Information Technology related configuration management opportunity. Prior Configuration Management or Configuration Data Management experience in a DoD, or DoD contractor environment is required.
Responsibilities include:
- Managing configuration data and documentation to ensure records are accurate, complete, and traceable
- Adding and validating document links in approved repositories/tools
- Managing review dates and document metadata (owner, status, revision, applicability)
- Preparing changes for stakeholder review and approval and coordinating release of updated documents
- Archiving obsolete and superseded documents per PrOP requirements and ensuring proper storage of artifacts
- Releasing notices for revised PrOP and configuration documents and communicating baseline updates to stakeholders
- Executing established pre- and post-publication steps (document cleanup, link checks, metadata updates, artifact filing)
- Supporting other engineering support activities within document management
Additional duties may include:
- Scheduling and managing Configuration Control Boards (CCBs)
- Performing configuration identification, status accounting, audits, and change control to ensure only valid and approved updates are incorporated into product baselines and technical documentation
- Assisting with Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverable tracking and coordination to ensure required configuration-related data submittals are prepared, reviewed, and delivered on time
The candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced team environment with limited day-to-day guidance and have strong written and verbal communication skills.
This position may be filled at either Configuration Data Analyst Level or Principal Configuration Data Analyst level.
Basic Qualifications - Configuration Data Management Analyst:
- Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience; or 6 years of related experience in lieu of a degree; or 1 year with a Master’s degree
- Experience supporting configuration management and/or configuration data management in a U.S. DoD contracting environment
- Knowledge of CM principles, concepts, practices, and standards
- Experience managing technical data, PrOP documents, and documentation baselines (metadata, reviews, archival)
- Ability to handle multiple competing tasks and work with minimal supervision
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel with advanced formulas/pivot tables)
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft SharePoint for storing and controlling technical/configuration documents
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance
Basic Qualifications - Principal Configuration Data Management Analyst:
- Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience; or 9 years of related experience in lieu of a degree; or 3 years with a Master’s degree
- Experience supporting software and/or hardware configuration management or configuration data management in a U.S. DoD contracting environment
- Knowledge of CM principles, concepts, practices, and standards
- Experience leading configuration data/document management processes (metadata, workflows, archival, PrOP control)
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel with advanced formulas, pivot tables, macros)
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft SharePoint (e.g., workflows, site setup, metadata configuration)
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active Secret clearance
- Demonstrated experience with Siemens Teamcenter or similar PLM tools for technical data management
- Experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate) to support configuration/document management workflows
- Experience supporting development, sustainment, or deployment of U.S. military EW, radar, avionics, or sensor systems
- Experience defining/maintaining document and data structures, naming conventions, and quality controls for configuration documentation and PrOP documentation
NGSKills
Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $98,300.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00The 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.