Software Development Engineers (Level 2 or 3)

Northrop Grumman

Dulles, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$91,800–$114,700 Per Year
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Ansible, C++ Programming Language, Change Requests/Orders, Client Server Architecture, Cloud Computing, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Diversity, Financial Projections, Object Oriented (OO), Operating Systems, Operational Support, PostgreSQL, Problem Solving Skills, Project Schedule, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Python Programming/Scripting Language, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Server Programming/Applications, Software Administration, Software Configuration Management, Software Development, Software Engineering, Static Analysis, Test Plan/Schedule, Top Secret Clearance, Training/Teaching, United States Citizen
LOCATION
Dulles, VA
POSTED
Today
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: Top SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.

Do you want to work at an international company with endless opportunities for growth and advancement? Are you eager to join a trust-based, globally-connected team, where your contributions will define what’s possible?

We are looking for team members who want to solve interesting, complex problems, which protect our nation. Your talents and passion are most important to us. If you don’t know a language, program, or platform, we will teach you! Become a part of our enthusiastic team where we have fun working together and take pride in our contributions to the nation’s safety.

In this role, the focus will be on development, integration, deployment, and sustainment of satellite ground software. These positions are located onsite on our Dulles, VA campus, and requires a Top Secret clearance at the time of application.

This opportunity supports our Space Systems East Engineering Software Controls Engineering (SCE) group.

What you’ll get to do:

  • Full stack development at the OS, platform, and mission unique software layer

  • Developing client and server applications and services using service or object-oriented architectures, message bus-based data exchange that include first-of-a-kind capabilities

  • Applications will span languages and toolsets including Python, C++, Postgres, Ansible, cloud infrastructure provisioning, PKI, and static code analysis execution and finding remediation

  • Developer will be expected to be a self-starter capable of making decisions with overall project budget and schedule in mind

  • Support Operations ground software and associated configurations. This will involve troubleshooting both software errors and hardware affecting the operation of ground software

  • Support Acceptance Test events, including running tests

  • Test Automation

  • Configuration of ground segment software

  • Resolution and remediation of software defects

  • Software Enhancements as directed by customer change requests or mission needs

  • Ground software support during launch and launch rehearsal events

  • Support the installation of new ground segment software in operational, development and test environments

What does success look like?

As a successful employee, you will:

  • Be an active and integral member of your team

  • Channel your enthusiasm to innovate

  • Be part of a supportive team that develops and deploys technologies that matter to our national security

  • Work with agility, flexibility, and collaboration to explore creative ideas

Basic Qualifications:

Software Development Engineer

  • Bachelor’s degree (ideally Computer Science or Engineering) and 2 years of experience; OR a master’s degree and 0 years: OR a PhD and 4 years. Experience can be considered in lieu of degree (additional 4 years)

  • Demonstrated software development experience

  • Python application development, C++, Bash Scripting experience

  • U.S. Citizenship

  • Must have an active Top-Secret clearance at the time of application with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI

Principal Software Engineer:

  • Bachelor’s degree (ideally Computer Science or Engineering) and 5 years of experience; OR a master’s degree and 3 years: OR a PhD and 1 year Experience can be considered in lieu of degree (additional 4 years)

  • Demonstrated software development experience

  • Python application development, C++, Bash Scripting experience

  • U.S. Citizenship

  • Must have an active Top-Secret clearance at the time of application with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI

Preferred Qualification:

  • Strong preference given to Top Secret with SCI

Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $114,700.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $110,300.00 - $165,500.00The 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.

About the Company

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Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines.


© 2020 Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.northropgrumman.com/EEO

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
https://www.northropgrumman.com/Careers/Pages/default.aspx