Northrop Grumman · 18 hours ago
Software Engineer 3 – TRK (25-568) - R10216213
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$109K/yr - $163K/yr
5+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements and is seeking a Software Engineer 3 to join their Missile Defense Integration team. The role involves developing software for the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications program, which supports critical operations for U.S. defense leaders.
AerospaceBig DataManufacturingData IntegrationRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for conducting in-depth analysis and providing technical support for systems software products, including complex problem solving, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user assistance
Maintains software updates, debugs, and configures related products
Use specifications to develop or modify operating system applications
Supports designing, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documenting programs
Work with other support groups to solve problems, set standards, and boost the overall efficiency of the operating system
Designs, codes, tests, and implements tools for automating operations
Handles most phases of software systems programming applications and may require minimal instruction and guidance in other areas
Experience and knowledge of software practices such as coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines, and configuration
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team environment
Software engineering and software development with extensive Java/J2EE experience
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software 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 hold a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, CND, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to begin. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract duration
Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
Experience in developing enterprise applications on Linux (Windows experience also preferred)
Extensive experience with Java foundation classes and toolkits
Strong problem-solving skills, including reviewing performance and operational issues, identifying root causes, and recommending, designing, and implementing solutions
Use common software development and management tools such as: Maven, Git/GitHub, Nexus, Eclipse
Experience with Agile development methodologies
Understanding standard system engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team environment
Software engineering and software development with extensive Java/J2EE experience
Preferred
Command and control system application development
Experience with Software Integration and formal testing
Knowledge and experience implementing Cyber Security/RMF requirements
Ability to present advanced concepts to non-software engineers, including senior program and military leaders
Experience with performance modeling
Experience with microservices
Experience with DevSecOps and/or build management
Flexibility and willingness to take on unanticipated tasks
Benefits
Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
Flexible Work Arrangements
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
Leadership Team
Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
Jeffrey Worsham
Chief Product Owner - Advanced Technology Development
Recent News
2026-02-06
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