US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
**Description**
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 worlds 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 is searching for Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer to join our programs, in Huntsville, AL.
The selected individuals must possess knowledge, skill and ability for the complete understanding and wide application of technical principle, theories, and concepts in the field and general knowledge of other related disciplines. The selected candidates must be able to provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex difficult problems, work under only general direction and independently determines and develops approach to solutions. The selected candidates may frequently serve as the inter-organizational and outside customer contact to represent the project/program in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with their specific project/program. Relocation is available for this position.
_Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of whats possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, youll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future._
**NGSkills**
**Basic Qualifications:**
+ Software Engineer: 2 years of experience with BS in Science/STEM; 0 years with Masters; Additional Years Experience in lieu of a degree.
+ Principal Software Engineer: 5 Years with Bachelors in Science/STEM; 3 Years with Masters; 0 Years with Phd; Additional Years Experience in lieu of a degree.
+ U.S. Citizenship is required
+ Active Secret Clearance
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Work experience with JAVA, OR the willingness to learn Java
+ Familiarity with C++, Python
+ Experience with collaborating in or using source code control environment (such as GitHub)
+ Understanding of all phases of software development, and practical experience in an Agile / Dev*Ops environment
+ Security+ certification
+ Experience testing SW for performance and functionality based on requirement specification and ability to identify and document exact sequence of activities desired
+ Experience with automated testing
+ Experience developing Eggplant software or Squish/ Froglogic.
+ OpenGL and Front end experience
+ OSGi services experience
+ Experience in Air & Missile Defense Command and Control programs such as PATRIOT, SENTINEL, C2BMC or THAAD or any sensor/weapon system, Link 16 experience
Salary Range: $1.00 - $1.00Salary Range 2: $0.00 - $0.00
Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority** . The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .
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. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.