RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: No
DescriptionNorthrop Grumman Space Systems-Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Principal Software Engineer - BM/SRM (26-216) to join our team of talented and diverse professionals. Located in Huntsville, AL, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the 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 component of the Missile Defense System. It enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders to plan missile defense operations, monitor battles, and control sensors and weapon systems worldwide. C2BMC supports layered missile defense against threats across all ranges and flight phases. It enhances performance by networking and synchronizing sensors and weapon systems at global and regional levels. C2BMC is required for all ground and flight tests verifying missile defense capabilities.
This position is for a Software Engineer on the C2BMC program. The candidate will be responsible for software development in the Java language for the Regional Applications / Battle Management Sensor Resource Management (BM/SRM) team in Huntsville. Under minimal direction, provides specialized expertise within multiple systems, software disciplines, as well as general knowledge of related disciplines, applications implications, and customer areas.
Essential Functions: - Responsible for performing in-depth analysis and technical support of systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user support.
- Works from specifications to develop or modify operating systems applications. Assists with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging and documentation of programs.
- Interfaces with other system support groups to resolve problems, setting standards and improving overall efficiency of the operating system.
- Designs, codes, tests and implements tools for operations automation.
- Works on most phases of software systems programming applications and may require 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.
- A Bachelor's Degree in a related field from an accredited university, 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.
- Software engineering and software development with strong Java/J2EE, C++/OO or similar language experience.
- Experience developing enterprise applications on Linux (Windows experience also desired).
- Use of common software development and management tools such as maven, git/GitHub, nexus and Eclipse.
- Experience with agile development methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in the following areas is desired for effective performance in this role:
- Command and control system application development.
- Experience with Software Integration and formal testing.
- Ability to present advanced concepts to non-software engineers, including senior program and military leaders.
- Experience with DevSecOps and/or build management.
What We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters your growth, supporting both your success and the company's. The benefits at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to select options that best meet your needs and your family's. Your benefits will include the following:
- Health Plan
- Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Education Assistance
- Training and Development
- Flexible Work Arrangements
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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.
