Front-End Software Engineer (Secret Clearance)

Northrop Grumman; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Front-End Software Engineer (or Principal level) to support the Mission Experience team. This on-site role will be based in El Segundo or Rancho Bernardo, CA, developing new autonomy solutions and maintaining in-house software within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The position requires strong skills in Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, React/Angular, Linux/Unix, and Agile practices, with a US government clearance or eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related engineering experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related engineering experience OR a PhD degree in a STEM discipline and 1 year of related engineering experience
• Active US Government clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
• Experience with Agile principles, processes, and tools
• Experience with Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Angular or similar
• Experience developing applications on a Linux/Unix operating system
• Experience in designing user interfaces with a focus on human-computer interactions

Responsibilities

• Implement user interfaces from design mockups using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Develop and maintain reusable front-end components and UI patterns
• Ensure responsive layouts and cross-browser compatibility across desktop and mobile devices
• Integrate front-end features with backend APIs (REST/GraphQL), including error handling and loading states
• Collaborate with designers to refine UI/UX and ensure consistency with the design system
• Debug and fix front-end issues related to layout, styling, and functionality
• Write clean, well-structured, and well-documented code following team standards
• Participate in code reviews, incorporating feedback to improve code quality
• Perform basic testing of implemented features (unit/component tests and manual verification)
• Apply accessibility and performance best practices to user-facing features
• Work closely with product, backend, and QA teams to clarify requirements and deliver features on time
• Continuously learn and adopt new front-end tools, frameworks, and best practices
• This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below
• Must be able meet milestones and deadlines by providing best-in-class solutions
• Must adhere to and following roadmaps, plans, and schedules
• Must have ability to work closely with the software lead and following their guidance
• Must have ability to work independently and identify solutions to complex problems

Skills

Java

JavaScript/TypeScript

React

Angular

Linux/Unix

Agile

US Government clearance

REST/GraphQL

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Master’s Degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

REST/GraphQL

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Front-End Software Engineer (or Principal level) to support the Mission Experience team. This on-site role will be based in El Segundo or Rancho Bernardo, CA, developing new autonomy solutions and maintaining in-house software within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The position requires strong skills in Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, React/Angular, Linux/Unix, and Agile practices, with a US government clearance or eligibility.