Sentinel Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer – 13181

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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 Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer. This position will be located in Roy, Utah and will support the Sentinel program.

What You’ll Get To Do:

• Design and define system architecture for new or existing complex computer systems
• Determine system specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility and maintenance of system security
• Coordinate design of subsystems and integration of total system
• Identify, analyze, and adjudicate software deficiencies
• Perform integration testing, regression testing, and formal qualification testing in an agile software development environment
• Work with the lead test engineer and a team of software developers to establish and develop test methods and techniques
• Design, develop, and maintain software test plans, software test cases, software test procedures, and automated software test in compliance with program functional, technical, and performance requirements
• Generate software test data, perform test data analysis, and develop test documentation
• Participate in formal testing events, customer meetings, and software design reviews
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret or Top-Secret clearance as well as Program Special Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:  

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage  
• 401k  
• Educational Assistance  
• Life Insurance  
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions   
• Paid Time Off   
• Health & Wellness Resources   
• Employee Discounts  

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.  This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

Job Qualifications: 

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Software Engineer: 2 Years with Bachelor’s in relevant field of study, 1 year with Masters or 4 additional years in lieu of a degree.
• Principal Software Engineer: 5 Years with Bachelor’s in relevant field of study, 3 Years with Masters, 0 years with PhD or 4 additional years in lieu of a degree.
• Active DoD Secret clearance with a re-investigation date occurring in the last 6 years.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
• Experience developing software/writing code in C/C++/C#, Python, Java, or similar programming language.

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university in software engineering.
• Knowledgeable in object-oriented programming and design patterns, hardware/software communication interfaces, real-time and post processing data analytics.
• Security+ Certification.
• Experience with IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management (ELM).
• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering using Cameo.
• Experience with Real Time Component Framework (RTCF).
• Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite.
• Experience with Agile methodologies.
• SCRUM master certification or experience in SCRUM master role

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Salary Range: $75,300.00 - $112,900.00Salary Range 2: $92,600.00 - $139,000.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.