Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Northrop Grumman CentralSystems Engineering team is hiring a Software Engineer / Software Architect - Level 5, located inHuntsville, AL.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career opportunity for a Software Architect supporting Internal Research and Development (IRAD) to join our team of qualified, diverse, and innovative individuals located in Huntsville, AL.
Position Overview:
As a Software Engineer and Software Architect on an Internal Research and Development (IRAD) team, you will work in a collaborative environment to design, develop, document, test and debug applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions. You will conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of data processing systems for product and commercial software. Ensure software standards are met.
Essential Functions:
Responsible for planning and evolving processes and practices to execute program goals
Analyze Demonstration and I&TPlans to define the softwarebaselines required for each phase
Perform gap analysis and maturity analysis for softwarecomponents to identify needed capabilities
Lead the development of new software systems in a complex environment
Attain and utilize an overall system vision, managing the development and integration of several subsystems and vendors
Seeking candidates who find satisfaction in working on challenging and diverse assignments in collaborative settings across all levels.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and8 years of related experience, or a Masters degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years experience, or a PhD and 4 years of experience
Software architecture and design experience
Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and container orchestration
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
Configuration management experience using Git, Bitbucket, and JIRA
Basic team leadership experience
Ability and willingness to travel 10% to support business needs
Applicants must have a current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD issued Secret security clearance which is required to start
Preferred Qualifications:
Highly experienced with Linux, scripting, and operations
Experience with automated software requirements testing and analysis
Experience with battle management and or fire control systems
Experience developing in an Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) environment
Very solid background in math and physics
Primary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00
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 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.
