Principal Software Engineer – TRK (25-568)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

Description

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. 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, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration presents an excellent opportunity for a Principal Engineer, Software – TRK (25-568), to join our talented and diverse team. Located 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 vital part of the Missile Defense System. It is a critical operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan missile defense operations, monitor the battle as a whole, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that deliver an optimized response to threats of all ranges during every flight phase. It acts 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 essential 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 / Track Server team in Huntsville. Working independently, they will provide specialized expertise across multiple systems and software disciplines, along with general knowledge of related fields, application implications, and customer areas.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for performing in-depth analysis and providing technical support for systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user assistance

• Maintains currency, debugs, and configures related software products

• Works from specifications to develop or modify operating system applications

• Supports design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documenting programs

• Collaborate with other system support groups to resolve issues, establish 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 need minor instruction and guidance in other phases

Basic Qualifications:

Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

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  A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software 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 hold a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, 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 duration.

• Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start

• The ideal candidate should possess excellent verbal and written communication abilities and be capable of working independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Experience and knowledge of software practices such as coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines, and configuration

• Software engineering and development with extensive Java/J2EE experience

• Experience developing enterprise applications on Linux; Windows experience also preferred

• Extensive experience with Java foundation classes and toolkits

• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to review performance and operational issues, identify root causes, and recommend, design, and implement solutions

• Use of common software development and management tools such as Maven, Git/GitHub, Nexus, and Eclipse

• Experience with Agile development practices

• Understanding standard system engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Command and control system application development

• Experience with Software Integration and formal testing

• Knowledge and experience implementing Cyber Security/RMF requirements

• Ability to present advanced concepts to non-software engineers, including senior program and military leaders

• Experience with performance modeling

• Experience with microservices

• Experience with DevSecOps and/or build management

• Flexibility and willingness to take on unanticipated tasks

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters your growth, supporting both employees and the company's success. The benefits offered at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to choose options that best suit your needs and those of your family. Your benefits will include the following:

• Health Plan

• Savings Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Education Assistance

• Training and Development

• Flexible Work Arrangements

https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx

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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 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. 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.