Sentinel Configuration Audit Manager

About Northrop Grumman

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.

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About the Role

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Configuration Audit Manager 2 to support the Sentinel Program. This position can be located in Huntsville, AL, or Roy, UT. The successful candidate will lead a team overseeing the Configuration Management Audit team, working closely with Program leadership to ensure long-term and short-term milestones are accomplished.

In this role, you will plan, schedule, and conduct comprehensive functional (FCA) and physical (PCA) audits to verify that configuration items conform to documentation and functional requirements. You will ensure all software and hardware baselines are accurate, audit-ready, and compliant with contract requirements. Beyond technical execution, you will be responsible for employee development, training coordination, policy implementation, and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) response. You will also track discrepancies to closure, provide status reporting, and maintain compliance records.

This position requires significant travel, with 50% of the time spent conducting audits at over 1,000+ suppliers. A competitive relocation assistance package may be available for qualified candidates.

Hiring Process & Application

The application period for this job is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, though this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.