Configuration Management (CM) Manager 2

About the Role

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is looking for a Configuration Management (CM) Manager 2 to lead a team of Configuration Analysts, Data Managers, Technical Writers, and Engineering Liaisons. The CM Manager partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality to enable disciplined change management and timely product delivery. This role is required to be 100% on site at our Northridge, CA location.

Configuration Management (CM) is responsible for establishing and maintaining the configuration of hardware, software, and documentation across one or more programs, ensuring configuration control, traceability, and data integrity throughout the product lifecycle in alignment with internal standards and industry guidelines (e.g., EIA-649, AS9100).

Data Managers (DM) manage all contract data requirement list (CDRL) deliverables associated with contracts between Northrop Grumman and its external customers. Technical Writers review and edit technical documentation, working with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure documents follow government standards. Engineering Liaisons serve as a bridge between Configuration Management and Engineering for hand-offs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of professionals, including workload planning, performance management, mentoring, and skills development
• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve CM plans, processes, and work instructions for assigned programs
• Own the configuration baseline (functional, allocated, and product) and ensure accurate, timely incorporation of changes into the product structure and documentation
• Oversee configuration identification, change control, configuration status accounting, and configuration audits (FCAs/PCAs as applicable)
• Support the program office with Change Control Boards (CCBs) and ensure changes are evaluated for cost, schedule, technical risk, and downstream impacts
• Ensure accurate and current configuration data in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) / Product Data Management (PDM) tools (e.g., Teamcenter, Windchill) and related ERP/MRP systems, to include COTS parts as applicable
• Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Contracts, and Program Management to ensure configuration baselines support build, test, and delivery schedules
• Manage Engineering Bill of Material (EBOM) to Manufacturing Bill of Material cleansing/alignment
• Develop and track CM metrics (e.g., change cycle time, data quality, audit findings) to drive continuous improvement
• Support internal and external audits and customer reviews; ensure CM records and evidence are complete, accurate, and readily retrievable

Clearance Requirements

• Active Secret security clearance required to start
• Travel: approximately 10% of the time
• No relocation assistance available