Northrop Grumman

Sr Principal Software Quality Engineer

Northrop Grumman$117K — $176K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 6 years; additional 4 years may substitute for education
  • Proven experience in SDLC on Agile, Scrum, Waterfall or hybrid teams
  • Expertise in Mission Assurance and Quality Management Systems (QMS)
  • Skilled in conducting internal audits and performing root-cause analysis
  • Ability to write comprehensive Test and Quality Plans
  • Proficiency with tools like Jira, GitLab, Azure DevOps
  • Must possess a US Government TS/SCI Clearance

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain standards for software quality processes and procedures
  • Conduct software inspections and oversee testing, verification, and validation
  • Implement software development and maintenance methodologies
  • Ensure measures meet reliability standards
  • Establish operating criteria for software quality programs
  • Audit project and process control documentation for compliance
  • Verify software requirement traceability and testability

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Company-paid holidays and PTO
  • Annual bonuses based on individual contributions and company results
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector is seeking aSr. Principal Software Quality Engineer to support the Navigation, Intelligence and Connectivity Division supporting the team of qualified, diverse individuals.

This position will be in Cincinnati, OH.

What You'll Get To Do:
  • Develops, modifies, applies, and maintains standards for software quality operating methods, processes, systems and procedures
  • Conducts software inspection, and witnesses testing, verification and validation
  • Implements software development and maintenance processes and methods
  • Ensures measures meet acceptable reliability standards
  • Develops overall operating criteria to ensure implementation of the software quality program according to project, process and contract requirements and objectives
  • Ensures that project and process control documentation are compliant with requirements, objectives and/or contract, and performs process audits
  • Performs or directs verification of software requirement allocations, traceability, and testability
  • Reviews software design, change specifications, and plans against contractual and/or process requirements
  • Reviews include applicable specifications, materials, tools, techniques, and methodologies
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proven experience presenting findings to senior leadership


Basic Qualifications for Senior Principal Software Quality Engineer:
  • Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of Bachelor's degree
  • Proven SDLC experience on disciplined, mature development teams that use Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid processes. Ability to map quality activities to each phase
  • Mission Assurance and QMS experience - ensuring mission/program success through independent reviews, audits, approvals, proactive risk management, process improvement, etc.
  • Experience conducting internal audits, writing audit reports, performing root-cause analysis and writing corrective action plan
  • Ability to write comprehensive Test Plans and Quality Plans
  • Experience with Jira, GitLab, Azure DevOps
  • US Government TS/SCI Clearance
  • U.S. Citizenship Required


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with DoD acquisition regulations (DFARS, FAR), AS9100, MIL-STD
  • Knowledge of RCCA process
  • Good understanding of the specific AS9100 Standards impacting program performance
  • Excellent data analysis skills
  • Accredited certification in a Software, Quality and/or Mission assurance field


Primary Level Salary Range: $117,500.00 - $176,300.00

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.

Northrop Grumman Careers

Join the elite team at Northrop Grumman, a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products, and solutions in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics and modernization to customers worldwide. There has never been a more exciting time to advance your career with Northrop Grumman.

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Northrop Grumman is dedicated to your professional and personal growth. We offer unparalleled benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, generous time off, and family care resources. Additionally, we provide extensive leadership and diversity training to help you craft your career path.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
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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