RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: NoDescription

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Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Sr Principal Engineer Software – BM/SRM (26-080) to join our talented and diverse team. Based 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 crucial part of the Missile Defense System. It is an essential operational platform that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan ballistic missile defense actions, oversee the battle, and control networked sensors and weapon systems in real time to meet global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC underpins layered missile defenses that provide an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight stages. It acts as a force multiplier by connecting, integrating, and coordinating autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations worldwide and regionally to enhance performance. C2BMC is vital for all ground and flight tests that assess and showcase current and future missile defense capabilities.

This position is for a Software Engineer on the C2BMC program. The candidate will be responsible for Java-based software development for the Battle Management Sensor Resource Management (BM/SRM) team, one of the Regional Applications teams in Huntsville, AL. Under minimal direction, provides specialized expertise across multiple systems and software disciplines, as well as general knowledge of related disciplines, applications, implications, and customer areas.

Essential Functions:

Responsible for in-depth analysis and technical support of systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user support

Maintains currency, debugs, and configures related software products

Works from specifications to develop or modify operating system applications

Assists with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation of programs

Interfaces with other system support groups to resolve problems, set standards, and improve the overall efficiency of the operating system

Designs, codes, tests, and implements tools for operational automation

Works on most phases of software systems programming applications and may require minor instruction and guidance in other phases

Leadership roles on small, software-focused teams may be required

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment

Basic Qualifications:

Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 8 years of experience; or a Master’s degree in a related field with 6 years of relevant work experience; or 12 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

Applicants must have a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, CND, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract period

Software engineering and software development with strong Java/J2EE experience

Experience and knowledge of software practices such as coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines, and configuration management

Experience developing enterprise applications

Experience using Linux (Windows experience is also desired)

Extensive experience with Java Foundation Classes and toolkits

Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to review performance and operational issues, identify the root cause, and recommend, design, and implement a solution

Use of common software development and management tools such as Maven, Git/GitHub, Nexus, Eclipse, Jenkins

Experience with Agile development methodologies

Preferred Qualifications:

Desired experience in the following areas:

Understanding of standard systems engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams

Command and control system application development

Experience with software integration and formal testing

Knowledge and experience implementing cybersecurity/RMF requirements

Ability to present advanced concepts to non-software engineers, including senior program and military leaders

Small-team leadership experience (Agile team leadership strongly desired); mentoring and guiding junior engineers

Experience with performance modeling

Experience with microservices

Experience with DevSecOps and/or build management

Designing and building graphical user interfaces

Flexibility and willingness to take on unanticipated tasks

Knowledge of server-side/database development and computer system administration; net-centric, horizontal integration program expertise is a plus

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters your growth, supporting both employees and the company's success. The benefits at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to select options that best meet your needs and those of your family. 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: $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 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.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.