Systems Software Analyst 2/3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

Northrop Grumman Space Chief Information and Digital Office (CDIO) is seeking a Systems Software Analyst (Experience Level 2 or Level 3). This position will be primarily virtual/work from home. This could change depending upon business conditions.

Job responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Support Solumina G-Series (G8) to iSeries transition, including defining business processes and new software capability, implement and manage integration API elements using software configuration management practices
• Support Solumina CPMES (G8R2) End of Life activity including working with developer team to establish integration criteria, test plans and test results for the new system
• Analyze, enhance, install, test, and modify enterprise-wide software systems
• Develop requirements, workflow, and perform systems analysis
• Correct data errors, prepare operating instructions, compile documentation of program development, and analyze system capabilities
• Establish standards for the development and maintenance of new and existing products
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders, meet with team members and users to develop solutions
• Provide real time gathering of inputs from the manufacturing work centers, document and track each item to closure within the requirements of change control process
• This role is typically designed for data analytic responsibilities or minor system administration duties
• Responsible to prioritize work, perform work independently and within a team. Ability to receive guidance from senior technical teammates
• Represent the organization to other business groups, provide sound technical understanding and commit to performance within the margins of the system capabilities
• Must be able to share a rotating schedule for ‘on call’ support over nights, weekends, and holidays with other team members

Basic Qualifications for a Level 2:

• Must have a Bachelors Degree in IT, Computer Science, Mathematics or STEM equivalent with 2 Years of relevant experience.
• The Level 2 experienced engineer will work with general supervision, working on User Tickets, and technical problems of increasing complexity as assigned
• Must be able to analyze and validate the performance and validity of interfaces and supporting system software to specified system requirements
• Experience providing technical solutions consistent with organizational objectives and business processes
• Knowledge of software verification processes and techniques, test reporting, regression testing, and test data analysis
• System integration experience
• Strong problem-solving skills; Strong communication skills

Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:

• Must have a Bachelors Degree in IT, Computer Science, Mathematics or STEM equivalent with 5 Years of relevant experience OR 3 years of relevant experience with a Masters Degree.
• The Level 3 Mid-Level engineer will work with general direction, working on User Tickets, and a wide range of technical problems having solutions in alignment with organizational objectives
• Must be able to analyze and validate the performance and validity of interfaces and supporting system software to specified system requirements
• Experience providing technical solutions consistent with organizational objectives and business processes
• Skills with executing software verification processes and techniques, test reporting, regression testing, and test data analysis
• System integration experience
• Strong problem-solving skills; Strong communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) preferably Solumina applications
• Experience with Database queries and Data mining using an intermediate level SQL
• Knowledge of programming (e.g. Python or JAVA) and Kubernetes framework
• Understanding of software INI, UDV, SQL libraries and familiarity with version control systems like Git/Bitbucket
• Experience with ERP systems preferably Deltek Costpoint
• Basic understanding of configuration management, process flow and general manufacturing processing standards
• Familiar with operating systems (Windows, Linux) and best practices in server management 

Salary Range: $81,300.00 - $121,900.00Salary Range 2: $100,300.00 - $150,500.00

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 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.