RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10 of the Time
Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, theyre making history.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration provides an excellent opportunity for a Principal Engineer Software – BM/SRM (25-582) to join our team of talented and diverse professionals. Based in Huntsville, AL, this role is essential in supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels.
This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.
Position Overview:
The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key part of the Missile Defense System. It is an essential operational system that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan ballistic missile defense operations effectively, monitor the battle as a whole, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapons systems to meet global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that provide an optimized response to threats of all ranges during every flight phase. It functions as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations both globally and regionally to improve performance. C2BMC is critical for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate current and future missile defense system capabilities.
This position is for a Software Engineer on the C2BMC program. The candidate will be responsible for software development in Java for the Regional Applications / Battle Management Sensor Resource Management (BM/SRM) team in Huntsville. Working with minimal supervision, they provide specialized expertise across multiple systems and software disciplines, along with a general understanding of related disciplines, application implications, and customer areas.
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for conducting in-depth analysis and providing technical support for systems software products, including solving complex problems, designing, developing, testing, integrating operations, and assisting users
- Works from specifications to develop or modify operating system applications
- Supports design, coding, benchspan testing, debugging, and documenting programs
- Collaborates with other system support groups to resolve issues, set standards, and enhance the overall efficiency of the operating system
- Designs, codes, tests, and implements tools for automating operations
- Works on most phases of software systems programming applications, and may require minor instruction and guidance in other phases
Experience and knowledge of software practices such as:
Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills and can work effectively both independently and in fast-paced environments
Experienced in software engineering and development using Java/J2EE
Basic Qualifications:
Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university is preferred, along with 5 years of experience; or a Master’s degree in a related field with 3 years of relevant work experience; or 9 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree
Applicants must have a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+, CCNA, JNCIA, CISSP, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract period
Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
Experience developing enterprise applications on Linux; Windows experience also preferred
Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to review performance and operational issues, identify root causes, recommend, design, and implement solutions
Use of common software development and management tools such as:
Experience with Agile development methodologies
Understanding standard system engineering design artifacts, such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in the following areas is desired:
- Development of command and control system applications.
- Experience in Software Integration and Formal Testing.
- Knowledge and experience in implementing Cyber Security/RMF requirements.
- Ability to communicate advanced concepts to non-software engineers, including senior program and military leaders.
- Experience in performance modeling.
- Experience with microservices.
- Experience in DevSecOps and/or build management.
- Flexibility and willingness to handle unexpected tasks.
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters your growth, supporting both employees and the companys success. The benefits at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to select options that best fit your needs and those of your family. Your benefits include the following:
Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
Flexible Work Arrangements
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Additional Northrop Grumman Information:
Primary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.