Computer Systems Analyst 2/3

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. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work.

The Business Systems Analyst (BSA) team within Northrop Grumman CIDO is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Computer Systems Analyst 2 or Principal Computer Systems Analyst 3. The BSA team bridges the gap between the business side of operations and the application development teams, while also managing the Aeronautics Sector’s current and future PMO portfolio of IT projects, including budget, schedule, and risk management.

This candidate will provide technical and business-process support for the following functional areas: Production Engineering (Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering processes and production systems), Manufacturing Shop Floor (processes, operations, and tooling), and Manufacturing Quality (quality assurance and control processes).

This role supports a hybrid work arrangement but requires a regular on-site presence due to the classified nature of the work. The position is available at major Northrop Grumman sites: El Segundo, San Diego, or Palmdale, CA; St. Augustine or Melbourne, FL; Clearfield or Roy, UT.

Responsibilities

• Coalesce, analyze, and document user requirements and/or problems to improve existing systems
• Collaborate with business partners to develop solutions and correct system deficiencies
• Develop system specifications that address business requirements aligned with system architectures
• Test solutions to ensure optimal system functionality
• Monitor integrated system interfaces for errors and resolve as necessary
• Draft and publish instructional materials and provide system training to end users
• Represent the organization in providing solutions to complex system issues
• Contribute to the completion of specific programs and projects
• Work with process owners to ensure optimal system interactions and develop improvements
• May also have the opportunity for a Project Management role on IT projects

Requirements

Basic Qualifications for Level 2:

• Master's Degree with 0 years of experience; OR a Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience; OR an Associate's degree with 4 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 6 years of experience
• Must be able to obtain a US Government Secret level security clearance (at a minimum)
• Experience executing in CPLM, SAP/S4, SMES, or other ERP systems
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools
• Experience interacting and/or supporting Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Shop Floor Operations, and Quality processes

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

• Master's Degree with 3 years of experience; OR a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience; OR an Associate’s degree with 7 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 9 years of experience
• Must be able to obtain a US Government Secret level security clearance (at a minimum)
• Experience executing in CPLM, SAP/S4, SMES, or other ERP systems
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools
• Experience interacting and/or supporting Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Shop Floor Operations, and Quality processes

Skills

• Effective communication of technical principles, theories, and concepts
• Ability to develop innovative solutions to technical issues
• Customer support skills and ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional team settings
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and learn new computer applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Additional Subject Matter Expertise and experience working in PEO system
• Experience with Business Process Testing (BPT) and script writing
• Understanding of hardware and software requirements, design, development, and testing of system integrations and/or interfaces
• Data Conversion experience
• AI & Production Operations – Experience integrating or supporting AI/analytics solutions within production systems (MES, ERP)
• Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or related Technical Degree
• Experience in the Aerospace Industry or working on Defense Acquisition programs
• Experience working on teams using an agile framework (e.g., scrum, Kanban)

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Phenomenal learning opportunities and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
• Health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance
• Savings plan with company contributions
• Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
• 9/80 work schedule
• Great 401k matching program

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $125,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $155,400.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline. Base salary offers consider the scope and responsibilities of the position, as well as the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

Schedule

• Hybrid work arrangement with a regular on-site presence required
• 9/80 work schedule
• Travel: 10% of the time