RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
DescriptionNorthrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a
Sr. PrincipalSoftware Engineer position to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals
onsite in
El Segundo, CA. This position will be a part of the Advanced Autonomy Team as Software Integration and Test Lead, performing an important role in the AS sector's autonomy efforts!
AccomplishThis individual will be responsible for but not limited to:
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines that automate builds, deployments, and regression testing.
- Develop integration test plans that verify interoperability, data flow, and real-time command execution.
- Configure and manage the demonstration environments, including GFx and government deployments, simulation stand-up, and software licensing.
- Provide on-site support during deployment demonstration to achieve target "setup time" and "time-to-command" metrics.
SucceedThe individual we seek will be self-motivated, proactive, goal-oriented, and will possess the following qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:- Must have Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 8 years of applicable experience, OR 6 years with Master's Degree OR 4 years with a PhD.
- Experience with Python, C++, and Linux based development environments
- Experience in software integration, test engineering, or DevOps for mission-critical systems.
- Proficiency with automation tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Ansible), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and automated test frameworks.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex integration issues under time-critical demo conditions.
- Experience with Agile best practices and processes.
- Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Top Secret clearance, and any program access (es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience integrating COTS applications into secure, hardened environments and handling CUI data.
- Existing Department of Defense Secret level security clearance or higher
- Proven experience in Mission Autonomy
- Understanding of contested environment operations, EW/EMCON constraints
Thrive with UsAt Northrop Grumman we are invested in the growth and well-being off all our employees. We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.
Our Total Rewards Program offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
If you are ready to join us in defining possible, apply now.
Primary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00
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.
