Systems Engineer - Configuration Manager

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret TRAVEL:
Yes, 25% of the Time 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’s Aeronautics Systems – Research & Advanced Design (R&AD) transforms breakthrough ideas into mission-ready capabilities through intelligent anticipation. We’re the front-end design engine, defining what comes next. From developing cutting-edge next-generation future aircraft to trailblazing collaborative autonomous platforms, we push the boundaries of technology and forge industry-leading partnerships that set new standards for what’s possible.

Our team owns the full lifecycle of advanced concept creation, from visionary early-stage designs and rapid prototyping to high-impact demonstrations and solving the toughest technical challenges in survivability, autonomy, and battle management. We seek curious, adaptable people who thrive on turning intuition into breakthrough solutions. If you’re driven to invent the future, build what’s next, and shape the landscape of national security, this is where you belong.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Staff System Engineer-Configuration Management to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Systems Engineering organization. This will be supporting our Research and Advance Design Expendables Operating Unit. This role is located in Redondo Beach, CA or El Segundo, CA.The Configuration Management lead is responsible for leading, executing, and optimizing all configuration management activities across the program lifecycle.

The CM ensures the integrity, traceability, and control of program data, deliverables, Cameo models, and documentation in accordance with contractual and organizational standards.

Primary Responsibilities:

CPLM / Configuration Control:
Establish, maintain, and enforce effective configuration management processes using Collaborative Product Lifecycle Management (CPLM) systems. Oversee configuration change boards and ensure all engineering changes are properly controlled, tracked, and documented for the program.

CDRL/SDRL Management:
Own the delivery, tracking, and documentation of all Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) and Subcontract Data Requirements List (SDRL) deliverables for the program. Coordinate with engineering and functional teams to ensure data package accuracy and timely submission to the customer and sub contractors.

Cameo Control (MBSE):
Manage configuration and version control for Cameo models (MBSE artifacts). Ensure Cameo model baselines, change history, and collaborative updates are properly maintained and integrated into program configuration management workflows.

Data Management:
Develop and manage workflows, version control, and data release protocols for all program documents, technical drawings, Cameo models, software baselines, and hardware items. Maintain the master document list and configuration status accounting.

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