Staff Engineer Software – X-Lab Staff Software Developer (25-042)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems – Launch and Missile Defense Systems has an exciting career opportunity for a Staff Engineer Software – X-Lab Staff Software Developer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be in Colorado Springs, CO, and Schriever Space Force Base, CO.

Position Overview:

The X-Lab needs a senior-level software engineer to assist in full-cycle software development, including requirements, design, implementation, integration, and testing. The position is split into two roles. The first is for a software engineer on the C2BMC program to develop and test innovative solutions supporting X-Lab projects and experiments. The second is for an X-Lab software development team member to support software development on C2BMC Global.  The primary work location is the Missile Defense Integration and Operations Center (MDIOC) at Schriever Space Force Base, CO.  You may need to work at the Colorado Springs Highway 83 location occasionally as well.

The X-Lab is a very fast-paced and dynamic environment. The X-Lab is responsible for developing Mission Data Services software, sensor integration, data reliability, the addition of sensors and data, Sensor/Weapon Integration, User Interface Development into the MDS application, and other critical leading-edge missile defense technologies.

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program integrates the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, to see the battle develop collectively, and to dynamically manage designated networked sensors and weapons systems to achieve global and regional mission objectives.

C2BMC supports a layered missile defense capability that enables an optimized response to threats of all ranges in all phases of flight. C2BMC is the force multiplier that globally and regionally networks integrate, synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations to optimize performance. C2BMC is integral to all system ground and flight tests, which verify and exercise all current and future missile defense system capabilities.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for software development in Java
• Responsible for performing in-depth analysis and technical support of systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user support
• Maintains currency, debugs, and configures related software products
• Responsible for the development of CI/CD pipeline, Dynamic and Static analysis of the Mission Data Services and associated tools
• Works from specifications to develop or modify operating systems applications
• Assists with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and program documentation
• Interfaces with other system support groups to resolve problems, set standards, and improve the overall efficiency of the operating system
• Designs, codes, tests, and implements tools for operations automation
• Works on most phases of software systems programming applications and may require instruction and guidance
• Will write and implement engineering plans within a project
• Will analyze high-level needs and, through a structured and logical approach, refine the need into an integrated set of requirements that lead to a fielded product

Basic Qualifications:

Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Computer Science, Technology, Engineering, Software Engineering, Science or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 12 years of related experience or a Master’s degree in a related STEM discipline and 10 years of experience, or a PhD and 8 years of experience, or 16 years of related experience in lieu of a degree may be considered
• Applicants must have a current active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start with the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance
• DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, CND, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA) is required to start
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs
• Applicants must have a strong understanding of system software design and development, Java development, object-oriented development principles and implementation, service-oriented architecture development principles and implementation, and software architecture.
• Applicants must have significant experience with Link-16, including content, transmission rules, etc.
• Applicants must understand and possess demonstrable skills, including developing Java software and translating requirements into software design
• Ability to refactor code for reusability, readability, and maintainability in an object-oriented codebase
• Applicants must understand and decompose requirements to support verification and validation testing of software components
• Ability to generate detailed, repeatable test procedures and functionality
• Must have the ability to extract data to support analysis requirements
• Must be able to perform and have knowledge of Agile Development
• Must have experience and knowledge in all aspects of the software development life cycle
• Must be experienced with:
  • Eclipse
  • Maven
  • Git
  • Open-source development tools, etc.
• Must have experience working in an integrated team environment with other systems, software, and specialty engineers to develop solutions
• Must communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current and active TS/SCI clearance is highly desired
• Previous work on IRAD-type projects and be comfortable with rapidly changing requirements, design challenges that require novel solutions, fast-paced activities, and tight deadlines

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following:

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• Flexible Work Arrangements

https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx

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Salary Range: $155,400.00 - $233,200.00

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.