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Northrop Grumman · 7 hours ago

Staff Engineer Software – X-Lab Chief SW Engineer (26-027)

Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$161K/yr - $241K/yr

10+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements and is seeking a Staff Engineer Software for their X-Lab Chief Software Engineer role. This position involves developing software, improving cross-team deployments, and supporting the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program essential for missile defense operations.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Must understand software engineering, design, development, and testing

Will possess experience in a related engineering environment, with experience and expertise in software development and testing

Ability to analyze high-level needs and, through a structured and logical approach, refine them into an integrated set of requirements that leads to a fielded product

Able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings. Able to write and implement engineering plans for a project

Must have experience with validating software deliverables

Must have experience developing software and be able to translate requirements into software design

Have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

Primary work location is the Missile Defense Integration and Operations Center (MDIOC) at Schriever SFB, CO, with occasional support during off-duty hours

Qualification

Software EngineeringC++JavaLinuxShell ScriptingSoftware DevelopmentValidation of SoftwareTeam CollaborationCommunication SkillsProblem Solving

Required

A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 12 years of experience; or a Master's degree in a related field with 10 years of relevant work experience; or 16 years of relevant experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree

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 eligibility to be cleared at TS/SCI

Willingness to travel up to 10% for business needs

Proven interaction in a team environment is a must

Must understand software engineering, design, development, and testing

Will possess experience in a related engineering environment, with experience and expertise in software development and testing

Ability to analyze high-level needs and, through a structured and logical approach, refine them into an integrated set of requirements that leads to a fielded product

Able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings. Able to write and implement engineering plans for a project

Must have experience with validating software deliverables

Must have experience developing software and be able to translate requirements into software design

Have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

Primary work location is the Missile Defense Integration and Operations Center (MDIOC) at Schriever SFB, CO, with occasional support during off-duty hours

Preferred

A current, active in-scope DoD-issued Top Secret/SCI security clearance at the time of application is highly desired

Previous experience should demonstrate the technical skills and responsibilities for the position cited here

The X-Lab operates as a fast-paced, dynamic environment focused on developing cutting-edge prototypes for the Missile Defense System. Its work includes Sensor/Weapon Integration, Algorithm Development, User Interface Development, and other advanced missile defense technologies

Must be capable of working independently and leading tasks

A desirable candidate should be fluent in Linux environments and shell scripting languages such as Bash and Perl

Understand and have experience in C++ and Java

Be familiar with the basic concepts of the C2BMC suite architecture and scripted automation tools

Experience with various COTS and open-source products is preferred