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Job description
Overview
Sr Principal Software Engineer - (RA) (25-409 & 25-410) - R at Northrop Grumman .
Relocation assistance: No relocation assistance available. Clearance type: Secret. Travel: Yes, 10% of the time. Location: Huntsville, AL or Colorado Springs, CO. This role requires on-site work with no remote options.
Position Description
Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Launch and Missile Defense Systems has an opportunity for a Sr Principal Software Engineer (RA) to join our team of diverse professionals. This role supports the C2BMC program, based in Huntsville, AL or Colorado Springs, CO, and is crucial in assisting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels. This position focuses on software development in Java for one of the Regional Applications teams in Huntsville (Battle Management, System-Arch, or Track Server). The candidate will work with minimal oversight, providing specialized expertise across multiple systems and software disciplines, as well as general knowledge of related disciplines, application impact, and customer areas.
This position does not offer relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.
Essential Functions
Responsible for conducting in-depth analysis and providing technical support for systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user support
Keeps software products current, debugs, and configures related systems
Works from specifications to develop or modify operating system applications
Assists with design, coding, benchmarking, testing, debugging, and documenting programs
Collaborate with other system support groups to resolve issues, establish standards, and enhance the overall efficiency of the operating system
Designs, codes, tests, and deploys tools for automating operations
Participates in most phases of software systems programming and may require minor guidance in other phases
Leadership roles on small software-focused teams may be necessary
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of experience, or a PhD and 4 years of experience, or 12 years of related experience in lieu of a degree may be considered
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs
Active DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application (required to start)
Candidates with an active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (e.g., Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA) are strongly preferred; if not held, it must be obtained within 40 days of the start date
Software engineering and development with extensive Java/J2EE experience
Experience with coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines, and configuration management
Proficiency with tools such as Maven, git/GitHub, Nexus, Eclipse
Experience with Agile development methodologies
Knowledge of Use Cases and SysML diagrams
Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team environment
Preferred Qualifications
Current and active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher at the time of application (highly preferred)
Experience developing enterprise applications on Linux (Windows also preferred)
Extensive knowledge of Java foundation classes and toolkits
Leadership experience in small teams (Agile team leadership preferred)
Mentoring junior engineers
Knowledge of server-side/database development and system administration
Experience with net-centric and horizontal integration programs
Strong problem-solving skills, including performance analysis and root-cause identification
Experience with command-and-control systems applications
Software integration and formal testing experience
Knowledge and experience in implementing Cyber Security/RMF requirements
Ability to present advanced concepts to non-software engineers, including senior program and military leaders
Experience mentoring and teaching junior engineers
Experience with performance modeling and microservices
Experience with DevSecOps and/or build management
Experience designing and building graphical user interfaces
Flexibility to take on unanticipated tasks and work independently in a dynamic environment
Salary Range
Colorado Springs, CO: $124,900.00 - $187,300.00
Huntsville, AL: $131,100.00 - $196,700.00
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with government clearance or other restricted roles. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statements, visit the company website.
Primary Level Salary Range: $124,900.00 - $196,700.00
The application period for the job posting is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, subject to change depending on business needs and candidate availability.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
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Worksite address
huntsville, AL, 35824, US
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