About the role

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking Software Systems Engineer/ Principal Software Systems Engineer. This position will be located in Roy, Utah or Huntsville, Alabama and supports the Sentinel program.

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:  

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

This position can be filled at Software Systems Engineer(T2) or Principal Software Systems Engineer(T3).

Software Systems Engineer: 02 years with Bachelor's in related field of study, Masters in Science with 0 years of experience, or 04 additional years in lieu of a degree

US Citizenship with Active DoD Secret clearance with a reinvestigation date occurring in the last 6 years.
Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
Experience developing software projects with C++
Experience deriving requirements from user's needs
Experience managing requirements in a tool, such as IBM DOORs or Jama
Experience creating Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) models in Cameo or similar design modelling tool

Principal Software Systems Engineer: 05 Years with Bachelor’s in related field of study, 03 Years with Masters, 01 Years with PhD or 04 additional years in lieu of a degree.

US Citizenship with Active DoD Secret clearance with a reinvestigation date occurring in the last 6 years.
Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
Experience developing software projects with C++
Experience deriving requirements from user's needs
Experience managing requirements in a tool, such as IBM DOORs or Jama
Experience creating Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) models in Cameo or similar design modelling tool

Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

Familiarity with Command and Launch systems and mission objectives
Model Builder - Fundamental certification
Experience with Atlassian Jira and Confluence tools
Experience working in a cross-functional Scrum team
Experience creating requirements Peer Review packages that include all artifacts required for the review

#SentinelSoftware

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $131,400.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $163,200.00

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.

Aplyr's read

Northrop Grumman is a leader in aerospace and defense, attracting skilled professionals in engineering, cyber systems, and program management for cutting-edge technology solutions.
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What's promising

•Strong focus on innovation in autonomous systems and cyber security.
•Diverse range of roles, from engineering to program management, indicates growth opportunities.
•Global presence offers international career prospects and exposure.

What to watch

•High dependence on government contracts could affect stability during budget cuts.
•Complex projects may lead to demanding work environments and long hours.
•Limited public information about diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Why Northrop Grumman

•Specializes in advanced C4ISR technology, setting it apart in defense solutions.
•Pioneering work in space systems contributes to national security and exploration.
•Offers a robust internship program across multiple engineering disciplines.

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About Northrop Grumman

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Northrop Grumman is a global aerospace and defense technology company that provides innovative systems, products, and solutions in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, and logistics.