Principal/Sr. Principal Database Engineer

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.

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.

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 important products 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 (NGDS) seeks a Principal/Sr. Principal Database Engineer for the WSTARS program with hands-on experience in Software Engineering, Database Development Integration, and debugging for a fast-paced, growing, dynamic position supporting wide band satellite communications programs at our location in Orlando, Florida.  NGDS is an industry leader in developing, integrating, and sustaining complex simulator systems for the US Department of Defense.

Database Engineer Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop, document, test, and debug software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems.
• Apply appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle.
• Diagnose problems encountered during application integration among products and address fixes/enhancements according to prescribed program processes.
• Design and develop complex software using a variety of programming and scripting languages.     
• Familiarity with developing application software in a Windows environment, using relational databases, and knowledge of client – server applications will help set the candidate up for success. 
• The candidate will be working in an extremely dynamic and challenging environment on a day-to-day basis.                           

In addition, the candidate must be a team player, able to work comfortably and effectively with company team members as well as program stakeholders and DoD contractor personnel using strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communications skills. The candidate may be required to travel in support of customer interface, technical interchange meetings, on-site technical support, and event/exercise support.

This requisition is open as a dual level opportunity. We will consider candidates at a level 3 and level 4:

Basic Qualifications:

• Level 3: Bachelor of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline and 5 years of related experience, or a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related experience, or a STEM PhD and 1 year of related experience
• Level 4: Bachelor of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline and 8 years of related experience, or a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of related experience, or a STEM PhD and 4 years of related experience
• US Citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience with design and implementation of data warehousing technologies including relational and nonrelational databases, SQL, and data analytics
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience supporting PostgreSQL database management systems running on Windows or Linux
• Experience in full lifecycle project development
• Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell and Python for crafting efficient automation scripts and executing database operations
• Experience working on Agile Teams and SAFe methodologies
• Ability to obtain Security+ or other DoD Level 2 Security Certification within 6 months
• Experience documenting design, processes, and procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active US DoD Top Secret Clearance
• Master of Science in Engineering or other STEM discipline
• Demonstrated experience in implementing automation solutions using Ansible to support distribution and operational processes
• Experience working with DevOps Processes and Cloud Infrastructure
• Systems administration experience, to include Windows, Linux, and VM environments
• Understanding of enterprise-level computing platforms involving virtualization, distribution, and high availability
• Experience with direct customer interaction

Salary Range: $95,300.00 - $142,900.00Salary Range 2: $118,600.00 - $178,000.00

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.

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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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.