Consulting Engineer Embedded Software-TS/SCI Clearance (Space/Satellite Systems)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

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.

We have an opening for an experienced Software Engineer to join our team as a lead Flight Software Engineer and Control Account Manager for Kauai and other ESPASat-L programs. 

This position will be in Dulles, VA. This work does require a TS/SCI clearance and will primarily be performed in a SCIF environment.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Demonstrate experience in requirements analysis, modeling and simulation, verification and validation at subsystem and system level 
• Demonstrated ability in software engineering, controls, or systems engineering leadership experience, preferably with experience in Space Flight Software or Simulation Software. 
• Form strong partnerships to ensure lockstep coordination with adjacent discipline areas and program manager leadership 
• Act independently to uncover and resolve issues associated with the development and implementation of operational programs 
• Plan R & D programs and recommends technological application programs to accomplish long-range objectives. Work accomplished typically supports long-range strategic goals. 
• Serve as consultant to top management in long-range company planning concerning new or projected areas of technological research and advancements.
• Prime spokesperson on company's technical capabilities and future directions. Often instrumental in attracting and obtaining major new company business. 
• Interface with customers and program management to provide architecture and overall strategy, ensuring Flight Software schedule and budget remain healthy,
• Work with functional management to ensure adequate program and product line staffing, mentoring junior engineers on the team, supporting on-orbit operations, preparing flight software builds, and verifying and validating all flight software requirements.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in a Software Engineering or related STEM field
• Minimum of 16 years of Software/Systems related experience with a high proficiency in technical problem solving to include decomposition, root cause analysis, solution development, implementation and monitoring 
• Active or current Top Secret clearance at time of application with the ability to obtain SCI
• U.S. citizen
• C/C++/python experience on large-scale projects using code repository tools like SVN/Git and metric-gathering tools like Jira/Trac.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in a leadership/management role in the ESPASat-L product line of spacecraft. 
• Experience with Earned Value Management 
• Working knowledge of Staffing, Engineering Metrics and Training resources, processes, and tools 
• Demonstrated systems engineering excellence in requirements analysis, modeling and simulation, verification and validation at subsystem and system level or Demonstrated vehicle development, mission systems integration, ground and flight test validation experience 
• Experience in successfully developing and integrating software and hardware solutions for space applications 
• Experience in system and subsystem specification development including verification methodologies 
• Experience implementing action plans based on metrics and/or root cause/corrective actions 
• Master of Science in Engineering or other STEM discipline 
• Hands-on technical experience with spacecraft or satellite related systems 
• Proven experience leading technically diverse teams across multiple locations 

Salary Range: $206,000.00 - $290,000.00

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.