Software/ Principal Software Configuration Analyst

Northrop Grumman•Huntsville, AL

1d•$79,600 - $148,300•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Software Configuration Analyst or Principal Software Configuration Analyst to help develop, enforce, and maintain Software Configuration Management (SCM) processes on large-scale program in accordance with the Organization’s Standard Process and contractual requirements. The analyst will also support configuration identification, control, reporting, and delivery of both internally developed and externally purchased commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS), Modified-off-the-shelf (MOTS), and Government-off-the-shelf (GOTS) software products. This role will be located in Huntsville, AL and is not a remote position. A Software Configuration Analyst plans and evolves processes and infrastructure to execute programs which support rapid maturation and deployment of capability while sustaining a stable security posture and incorporating ongoing stakeholder feedback. Integrates SCM with development pipelines leveraging automation with test-driven development tools and continuous integration/test frameworks. Supporting the implementation of the provisioning and deployment techniques via packaging, componentizing, or Cloud distribution. Functions with agile principles to execute efficiently in an environment of continuous feedback. Ensures implementation of SCM, with Quality and Mission Assurance (QMA), utilizing automated testing with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.

Requirements

Requires an active secret clearance at time of application.
Software Configuration Analyst- Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience
Principal Software Configuration Analyst- Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience
Involvement with software builds (e.g., build scripts, CI/CD pipelines, build automation tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
Knowledge of controlling multiple software baselines (e.g., branch management, tagging, merging strategies in Git or other SCM tools).
Demonstrated experience in documentation of software changes, including clear change descriptions, impact analysis, and traceability to requirements or tickets.
Experience in facilitation of change control processes (e.g., supporting or leading CCBs, managing change requests, recording decisions).
Strong attention to detail and discipline in following established CM processes.
Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external customer(s).

Nice To Haves

Experience defining or improving CM processes, standards, and templates.
Experience with Agile Framework
Experience working in a Department of War regulated or mission-critical environment (e.g., aerospace, defense).
Experience using MIS, Data delivery system (DMDS or similar), SharePoint, Jira, Confluence.
CompTIA Security + certification

Responsibilities

Execute and monitor software builds across development, integration, test, and release environments.
Establish, maintain, and control multiple software baselines, including development, integration, test, and production branches.
Coordinate and perform documentation of software changes, ensuring that change descriptions, rationale, and impact assessments are captured and linked to the appropriate requirements, tickets, and baselines.
Maintain documentation control for configuration management artifacts (e.g., build instructions, release notes, configuration item lists, CM plans), including versioning, approvals, and distribution.
Manage release of documents associated with software builds and baselines (e.g., release notes, build manifests, interface control documents), ensuring correct routing, approval, and storage in the designated repositories.
Lead or support the facilitation of change control activities, including preparation for Change Control Board (CCB) or Engineering Review Board meetings, presentation of proposed changes, and documentation of decisions.
Ensure that all software changes and releases comply with program CM plans, standards, and applicable organizational or customer requirements.
Collaborate closely with software development, systems engineering, test, and integration teams to ensure smooth, coordinated delivery of software builds and releases.
Coordinate the generation, release, and delivery of Contract Data Requirements Listings (CDRLs) while maintaining contractual obligations and technical excellence.