Northrop Grumman

Sr. Principal Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman$122K — $184K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field with 8 years of experience, or Master's with 6 years, or PhD with 4 years.
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance is required.
  • Proficient in software development using Java or C++.
  • Experience in debugging and correcting software defects.
  • Familiar with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies. At least 5 years of Linux development experience, preferably in RHEL.
  • Understanding of integrated master schedules and software development methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems per documented requirements.
  • Review and test software components for design adherence, documenting test results.
  • Resolve software problem reports, applying appropriate development and design methodologies.
  • Contribute to system design by analyzing hardware/software trade-offs and software reuse.
  • Conduct requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to software components.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance support.
  • Generous paid time off for vacations and personal business.
  • Company paid holidays.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an opening for a Sr. Principal Engineer Software based out of Orlando, FL or Bellevue, NE.

As a Sr. Principal Engineer Software at Northrop Grumman, you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our Cross-Domain Handling of Releasable Data (CHORD) portfolio. CHORD is a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) two-domain Cross Domain Solution (CDS). The CHORD portfolio comprises multiple contract awards and with various customers. The successful candidate will be exceptionally meticulous, collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & personal responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of seeking the best performance from everyone.

Roles & Responsibilities:
  • The Sr Principal Engineer Software will develop, maintain, and enhance complex and secure software systems based upon documented requirements.
  • This person will be responsible for working individually or as part of a team to review and test software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results.
  • The team is seeking a talented engineer who resolves software problem reports, utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment.
  • The successful candidate shall have experience with creating specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software tradeoffs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS)/ Government Off-the Shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelors of Science in Engineering, Computer Science or other STEM discipline, and 8 years of related technical experience OR Master's degree in a STEM field and 6 years of related technical experience OR PHD in a STEM field and 4 years of related technical experience
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance
  • Demonstrated experience developing software using Java or C++
  • Demonstrated experience with debugging existing software and correcting defects
  • Demonstrated experience with the SDLC and agile methodologies
  • At least 5 years of development experience in a Linux environment, preferably RHEL
  • Understanding of, and experience supporting an integrated master schedule
  • Understanding of waterfall and agile software development life cycle
  • Experience leading a small software team through the development process


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated expertise in developing, debugging, and maintaining Linux kernel-mode device drivers, including the ability to design and implement new low-level drivers or modify existing ones for custom hardware platforms, with a strong grasp of kernel subsystems, interrupt handling, DMA, and device tree configuration
  • Experience using Bash or similar scripting languages to automate tasks
  • Experience configuring and using SonarQube, Fortify, or other code analyzers
  • Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Eggplant and Microsoft Testing Framework
  • Experience with Continuous Integration Technologies such as Jenkins and Bamboo
  • Experience using Visual Studio Code (VS Code)
  • Experience with Software Configuration Management tools such as Git
  • Experience creating XML Schema Definitions (XSD) based on complex interface requirements
  • Development experience with Sockets, MQueues, Threading/Multithreading, or Named Pipes
  • Development experience with HTTP, IP, or UDP protocols
  • Development experience with LXC or Containers
  • Demonstrated experience developing Linux software applications
  • Demonstrated experience working with XML Schemas and XML processing tools.
  • Knowledge of networking protocols and secure communication techniques.


Primary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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