Configuration Analyst

TELECOMMUTE : No- Teleworking not available for this position

CLEARANCE TYPE : Secret

WORK SHIFT : 1st Shift 9 / 80A

TRAVEL : Yes 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman we 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.

Northrop Grumman is looking for a Software Build Manager. As a Software Build Manager working for the Glide Phase Interceptor GPI Program you will play a pivotal role in performing software development for our program. This position will serve on-site at Launch Systems in Chandler AZ.

Responsibilities :

Manage multiple software releases for the GPI program through build automation / pipelines in a Software Factory. Deploy releases onto High Performance Computing HPC clusters and assist with data processing archiving / logging and analysis.

Basic Qualifications

1. Technical Skills

• Build Tools : Proficiency in build automation tools such as Make Maven Gradle or Ant.
• Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment CI / CD : Experience with CI / CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI.
• Version Control Systems : Strong knowledge of version control systems particularly Git including branching strategies and workflows.
• Scripting Languages : Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash Python or Ruby for automating build processes.
• Containerization : Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Static and Dynamic Analysis Tools : Understanding of tools for code quality and security analysis e.g. SonarQube Valgrind.

2. Development Skills

• Programming Languages : Knowledge of programming languages relevant to the projects e.g. C / C Python.
• Software Development Life Cycle SDLC : Understanding of the software development lifecycle particularly in agile and DevOps environments.

3. Process Management

• Build Process Optimization : Ability to analyze and optimize build processes for efficiency and performance.
• Dependency Management : Knowledge of managing dependencies and resolving conflicts in software projects.
• Release Management : Experience in managing the release process including versioning tagging and deployment strategies.

4. Collaboration Skills

• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Ability to work collaboratively with developers QA engineers and operations teams to ensure smooth build and deployment processes.
• Documentation : Strong documentation skills to create and maintain build process documentation guidelines and best practices.

5. Problem-Solving Skills

• Troubleshooting : Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve build and integration issues.
• Attention to Detail : A keen eye for detail to identify potential issues in build configurations and scripts.

6. Soft Skills

• Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Time Management : Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.

7. Education and Experience

• Educational Background : A bachelors degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related field.
• Experience : Proven experience in software build management DevOps or continuous integration roles typically 3 years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in managing large data sets.
• Parallel Computing : Familiarity with parallel programming models like MPI Message Passing Interface OpenMP and CUDA for GPU-based computing.
• Performance Optimization : Skills in profiling and optimizing code for better performance on HPC systems e.g. using tools like Gprof Valgrind or Intel VTune.
• Storage Architecture Knowledge : Understanding file systems such as Lustre GPFS or HDFS and strategies for efficient data storage and retrieval in HPC environments.
• Distributed Computing Tools : Familiarity with frameworks such as Hadoop Spark or Dask for handling distributed datasets.

Comments for Suppliers : Please be cautious of the rate. NG expects suppliers to submit below the max rate.

• Experience Level

Intermediate Level

• Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chandler, AZ.

• Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $55.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following :

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
• Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chandler,AZ.

• Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

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About TEKsystems :

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.