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 business operations and application development teams, while managing the Aeronautics Sector’s PMO portfolio of IT projects, including budget, schedule, and risk management.

About the role

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
• 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
• Ability to obtain a US Government Secret level security clearance (minimum requirement)
• 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
• Ability to obtain a US Government Secret level security clearance (minimum requirement)
• 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
• Development of innovative solutions to technical issues
• Customer support skills and ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to learn new computer applications with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Additional Subject Matter Expertise and experience working in PEO systems
• Experience with Business Process Testing (BPT) and script writing
• Understanding of hardware and software requirements, design, development, and testing of system integrations/interfaces
• Experience integrating or supporting AI/analytics solutions within production systems (MES, ERP)
• Degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or related technical field
• 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 401k matching program
• Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation/personal business
• 9/80 work schedule

Pay

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

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

Base salary offers consider scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions. Eligible employees may receive overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and company results. Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

Schedule

This role requires travel 10% of the time and supports a hybrid work arrangement with a 9/80 work schedule. Regular on-site presence is required due to the classified nature of the work.