Northrop Grumman Australia · 1 month ago
Software Engineer 3 – BM/SRM (25-582)
United States-Alabama-Huntsville
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$109K/yr - $163K/yr
5+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company, and they are seeking a Principal Engineer Software for the C2BMC program in Huntsville, AL. The role involves software development in Java and providing specialized expertise across multiple systems to support missile defense operations.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for conducting in-depth analysis and providing technical support for systems software products, including solving complex problems, designing, developing, testing, integrating operations, and assisting users
Works from specifications to develop or modify operating system applications
Supports design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documenting programs
Collaborates with other system support groups to resolve issues, set standards, and enhance the overall efficiency of the operating system
Designs, codes, tests, and implements tools for automating operations
Works on most phases of software systems programming applications, and may require minor instruction and guidance in other phases
Experience and knowledge of software practices such as:
Coding standards
Automated testing
Automated build pipelines
Configuration
Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills and can work effectively both independently and in fast-paced environments
Experienced in software engineering and development using Java/J2EE
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university is preferred, along with 5 years of experience; or a Master's degree in a related field with 3 years of relevant work experience; or 9 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree
Applicants must have a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+, CCNA, JNCIA, CISSP, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract period
Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
Experience developing enterprise applications on Linux; Windows experience also preferred
Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to review performance and operational issues, identify root causes, recommend, design, and implement solutions
Use of common software development and management tools such as: Maven, Git/GitHub, Nexus, and Eclipse
Experience with Agile development methodologies
Understanding standard system engineering design artifacts, such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams
Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills and can work effectively both independently and in fast-paced environments
Experienced in software engineering and development using Java/J2EE
Preferred
Development of command and control system applications
Experience in Software Integration and Formal Testing
Knowledge and experience in implementing Cyber Security/RMF requirements
Ability to communicate advanced concepts to non-software engineers, including senior program and military leaders
Experience in performance modeling
Experience with microservices
Experience in DevSecOps and/or build management
Flexibility and willingness to handle unexpected tasks
Benefits
Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
Flexible Work Arrangements
Company
Northrop Grumman Australia
Northrop Grumman Australia is the Australia-based arm of Northrop Grumman Corporation and committed to generating long-term prosperity, investing in advanced Research & Development, sovereign and exportable Intellectual Property, high-quality jobs and long-term technology leadership across the Commonwealth.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase