RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
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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:
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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.