US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

**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 Defense Systems is seeking a **Sr Principal / Principal Engineer Software** developer with strong skills in C# .NET located in **Tinker AFB, OK** . A successful candidate will be able to use defined engineering processes to implement specified requirements by performing requirements analysis, software design, development, integration, and performance evaluation of computing systems supporting avionics systems and tools. Skills required include the ability to develop object-oriented code using proper syntax and coding conventions. A background in programming in C#, C++, Visual Basic and/or other object-oriented programming languages for deployment to a production environment is required. Having knowledge of database scripting language and/or experience with use or administration of MS SQL, Oracle, Sybase, or other databases is preferred. Applicants should have experience or knowledge of WPM, MVVM, and design patterns. Having experience working with Agile development methodologies and processes will be considered a plus. Experience in software development using the Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS) Framework will be considered a significant plus.

**This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.**

**Basic Qualifications Principal S/W Engineer:**

**Basic Qualifications**

**Principal S/W Engineer:**

+ High school diploma or GED with 9 yrs experience. Will also consider BS Degree and 5 yrs experience
+ Secret Security clearance required
+ Strong skills in performing object-oriented code development using C#.NET programming language.
+ Experience in using MS Office - MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, etc.) to develop work products
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills

**Sr Principal S/W Engineer:**

+ High school diploma or GED with 13 yrs experience. Will also consider BS Degree and 9 yrs experience
+ Secret Security clearance required
+ Strong skills in performing object-oriented code development using C#.NET programming language.
+ Experience in using MS Office - MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, etc.) to develop work products
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills

**Preferred Qualifications:**

+ BS degree in engineering or computer related discipline
+ Secret DoD security clearance with investigation date less than five years old
+ Strong skills in performing object-oriented code development in a Microsoft .NET using C++ and/or Visual Basic programming language
+ Experience in software development using the Joint Mission Planning Systems (JMPS) Framework will be considered a significant plus
+ Experience working with XML files
+ Experience writing code using WPF and XAML
+ Experience and use of software architectural and design patterns will be considered a plus
+ Knowledge of database scripting language and/or experience with use or administration MS SQL, Oracle, Sybase, or other databases
+ Knowledge in the use of software modeling tools will be considered a plus
+ Experience in IT projects with full lifecycle development processes in place
+ Experience in developing software using AGILE development methods and processes
+ Experience developing software within a UNIX operating system

Salary Range: $83,000.00 - $124,600.00Salary Range 2: $102,900.00 - $154,300.00

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.