RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: NoDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples lives around the world today, and for generat
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Principal Engineer Software – TRK (25-568)
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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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 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 an essential operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan missile defense operations systematically, oversee the battle as a whole, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to meet global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that deliver an optimized response to threats at 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 crucial to all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the capabilities of current and future missile defense systems.

 

This position is for a Software Engineer on the C2BMC program. The candidate will be responsible for Java-based software development for the Regional Applications/Track Server team in Huntsville. Working with minimal supervision, provide specialized expertise across multiple systems and software disciplines, along with a broad understanding of related areas, applications, and customer needs.

 

Essential Functions:

 

  • Responsible for conducting detailed 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 applications for operating systems.

  • Supports design, coding, benchspan testing, debugging, and documentation of 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 need minor guidance in other phases

 

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, 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 in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at

  • the time of application, which is required to start

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

  • The successful candidate will possess strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

  • Software engineering and development with extensive Java/J2EE expertise

  • Experience in developing enterprise applications on Linux; Windows experience is a plus

  • 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 methodologies

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

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

  • 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 working with microservices

  • Experience with 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 encourages your growth, supporting both employees and the companys success. The benefits offered by Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to select options that best meet your needs and your familys. 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 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.

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Huntsville, Alabama, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
Northrop Grumman
2980 Fairview Park Drive
Falls Church, Virginia 20171 USA
www.northropgrumman.com/careers
1780 Open Jobs Available
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip our customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe....

Benefits:
We’re committed to supporting our employees in all aspects of life, both on and off the job. Our benefits extend to you and your family, offering comprehensive health coverage, flexible work options, back-up child and elder care programs and more. Explore Total Rewards

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