Graduate Software Engineer

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

Defining Possible means something different to each one of us. What’s Your Possible?

You might know that our Mission is to solve our customers’ most challenging problems across Aeronautics, Mission Critical Systems, Space and Guided Weapons to help safeguard Australia’s future. What makes us different, though, is that as part of one of the World’s largest Defence organisations, we have access to capabilities and technology most can only imagine. And, here in Australia, we are working closely with the ADF to address its most important priorities. So, there are plenty of opportunities to start a career in a friendly, supportive and values-led environment. Here, everyone contributes, and everyone matters.

What can you expect?

• A hands-on work placement completing meaningful work in a real role.
• Coaching & Feedback through goal setting, development planning and quarterly connections with your leader.
• Participation in graduate development initiatives in a supportive learning environment
• Hands on Support – Workplace buddy, leadership and mentoring
• Competitive salary with a 6 monthly review.
• Access to professionalisation support and Education & Training assistance
• Building networks through connection with other professionals and our employee resource groups
• Coordinated commencement date with the graduate cohort

Applications must be received by 12 August.

About you:

We're looking for a talented Graduate Software Engineer to join our team! As a recent graduate with a relevant engineering or IT degree, you'll have a sound understanding in software development principles and methodologies and a passion for building innovative solutions.

You'll be working in agile teams to implement, integrate, and test software product features and interoperability, with the support of our NGA Software team. You'll have experience or knowledge of software development in Linux environments using either C/C++, Java, JavaScript and an understanding of scripting languages such as Python and/or Bash . Basic understanding of computer networking is highly desirable.

You're a team player with excellent communication skills, a keen learner, and a drive to deliver high-quality results. You're excited about the opportunity to work on challenging projects, collaborate with experienced engineers, and develop your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. 

This graduate role will be based in Symonston, Canberra.

Application requirements

• Current Resume.
• Cover Letter.
• Most recent academic transcripts.
• Any additional certificates, qualifications, memberships or noteworthy experience that may enhance your competitiveness.
• Evidence of Australian Citizenship (Passport/Birth certificate) – due to the nature of defence requirements – applicants MUST be Australian citizens.
• Ability to work full-time over the allocated graduate period.

The Recruitment Process

• Apply on our website with the required documents. A cover letter is crucial as we want to know, “why us?”
• You will receive an email with a survey and some more information about Northrop Grumman, which we hope you complete as soon as possible.
• You will receive a call or email from one of our friendly recruitment team to talk through your application. From here, our recruitment team will organise for you to attend one of our assessment centres or an interview.
• A recruitment representative or your hiring manager will give you a call to let you know if you are successful or unsuccessful.
• If you are successful, a People and Culture representative will then reach out to you to discuss your onboarding and provide a warm welcome to Northrop Grumman!

Everyone Matters:

Doing the right thing and sharing success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters including candidates from diverse backgrounds.

We are particularly proud of our commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as demonstrated through our our Second Innovate RAP (2024-2026), and our support for Veteran employment, and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Veterans to apply to join our team.

Our recruitment process can be lengthy for successful applicants, as we need strong security checks to let candidates close to our secure technology. Therefore, any candidates MUST have an Australian Citizenship to apply. We are excited to hear from you soon!