Software Configuration Analyst/Principal Software Configuration Analyst
Northrop GrummanAbout the role
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.At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support you by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
We are looking for you to join our team as a Software Configuration Analyst/Principal Software Configuration Analyst based out of the Linthicum (BWI) area.
What You’ll get to Do:
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Software Configuration Analyst/Principal Software Configuration Analyst to help develop, enforce, and maintain Software Configuration Management (SCM) processes on large- and small-scale programs in accordance with the Organization’s Standard Software Process (OSSP) and contractual requirements.
The Software Configuration Analyst will be responsible for:
Coordinating/creating configured builds for test and delivery
Administration of the SCM tools
Facilitate and scribe for control board meetings, creating build and delivery documentation, and process improvement activities
Establish and implement procedures to coordinate changes to program data and products
Possess understanding of SCM principles, concepts, industry practices and standards as required
This position is contingent upon ability to obtain an active DoD Secret Clearance or the successful transfer of an active DoD Secret Clearance prior to start.
This position may be filled as a Software Configuration Analyst/Principal Software Configuration Analyst based on the qualifications below.
Basic Qualifications for a Software Configuration Analyst:
Bachelor’s Degree in STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) with at least 2 years of related experience; Master's with 0 years of experience; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance prior to starting.
2 years of professional work experience in software configuration management or within a related area
2 years of experience with coordinating/creating configured builds for test and delivery
1 year of utilizing SCM principles, concepts, industry practices and standards is required
1 year of experience with Agile methodology and working as a member of a software development team in an Agile environment
A current/active clearance is not required to be considered for the position, but a final clearance is required to start.
Basic Qualifications for a Principal Software Configuration Analyst:
Bachelor’s Degree in STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) with at least 5 years of related experience; Master's with 3 years of experience; PhD with 1 year of experience; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance prior to starting.
5 years of professional work experience in software configuration management or within a related area
5 years of experience with coordinating/creating configured builds for test and delivery
2 years
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