Configuration Data Management Section Manager

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redondo Beach, CA
Salary: $133,100–$199,700 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 6 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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This role $166k

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This role pays less than 60% of similar roles. Most pay $149,000–$225,550 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $166k versus about $187k for comparable roles.

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About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Northrop Grumman currently has 469 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Configuration Data Management Section Manager

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The Configuration Data Management (CDM) Section Manager serves as a dual-hat Engineering Manager within the Systems Engineering organization. This role balances section management with significant program responsibilities, acting as the functional point of contact for the department while supporting various initiatives. Day-to-day duties include resource planning, staffing, staff development, performance management, and the deployment of tailored processes to support product cost reduction strategies. The candidate will work with programs to review and implement requirements across all phases from conceptual design through production and sustainment. Key competencies include expertise in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, or Systems Engineering. Required skills involve hardware and software configuration control, defect tracking systems, and knowledge of industry standards like MIL-HDBK-61B and EIA-649-1. The role addresses complex technical challenges within the space systems domain involving integration and verification processes.

Skills

Configuration Data Management Software Configuration Management Systems Engineering MIL-HDBK-61B EIA-649-1 Defect Tracking Systems Project Management Resource Planning Staff Development

What you'll do

Perform resource planning, staffing, and staff development including skills training and career support.
Manage employee performance through goal setting, annual reviews, and issue resolution.
Deploy, measure, and improve tailored processes and procedures to support cost reduction strategies.
Review, assess, and implement requirements in collaboration with various programs.
Serve as the functional point of contact for the Systems Engineering Department at the worksite.
Implement department initiatives and provide technical leadership in Configuration Data Management or Systems Engineering.

What we're looking for

Must possess an active DOD Top Secret security clearance with a Single Scope Background Investigation completed within the last 5 years.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, or Systems Engineering.
Master's degree and 6+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, or Systems Engineering.
PhD and 4+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, or Systems Engineering.
12+ years of experience in Configuration Data Management, Software Configuration Management, or Systems Engineering in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
Demonstrated experience in leading technical teams or project management.
Experience working in a process-oriented environment and knowledge of configuration management industry standards (preferred).

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