RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal / Sr. Principal Software Engineer. This position can be located in **Colorado Springs, CO, Huntsville, AL or Roy, Utah.**and will support Strategic Deterrence Systems (SDS).

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

This role can be filled at the Principal Software Engineer (T03) or Sr. Principal Software Engineer (T04) level.

Principal Software Engineer: Bachelor of degree in a discipline from an ABET accredited university; 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; 3 years with a Master’s; or 1 years with PhD or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of degree

• Demonstrated understanding of Engineering processes and governance across the development lifecycle, including including Software Development Life Cycle, DevOps, software risk management, and software testing and validation.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Java, or similar.
• Experience writing technical processes, procedures and/or training materials.
• Familiarity with Mission Assurance/Quality compliance and auditing
• Familiarity developing or contributing to process training
• Familiarity with Agile methodology

Sr. Principal Software Engineer: Bachelor of degree in a discipline from an ABET accredited university; 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; 6 years with a Master’s; or 4 years with PhD

• Demonstrated understanding of Engineering processes and governance across the development lifecycle, including including Software Development Life Cycle, DevOps, software risk management, and software testing and validation.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Java, or similar.
• Experience writing technical processes, procedures and/or training materials.
• Familiarity with Mission Assurance/Quality compliance and auditing
• Familiarity developing or contributing to process training
• Familiarity with Agile methodology

These qualifications would be nice to have:

• Advanced degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) field.

• Active Sentinel S//SAR or TS//SAR

• Experience with complex system development on large programs

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written

• Engineering process training development and support

• Knowledge of Nimbus model-based processes software

• Experience performing on an Agile development program; use of Atlassian tools

• Demonstrated ability working with cross-functional teams and customers.

• Experience with Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI)

• Experience with Cybersecurity

Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $163,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $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.