Software Engineer-Secret Clearance Req'd (26-359) R10242803

Northrop Grumman; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 87,600 - 131,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Training and Development

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a Software Engineer (26-359) to join the C2BMC program. The role focuses on Java software development within a regional applications team, with on-site work and a requirement for a DoD Secret clearance.

You will contribute across software domains, interface with support groups, and help advance missile defense systems. The position emphasizes analysis, coding, testing, and documentation, with opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field; or 6 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
• Active DoD-issued Secret security clearance required to start
• Java/J2EE experience or OO development experience; C++ also desired
• Knowledge of coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines, and configuration management
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment
• Understanding of Use Cases and SysML diagrams

Responsibilities

• Analyze and provide technical support for systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, integration, and user support
• Develop or modify operating system applications from specifications
• Assist with design, coding, benchmarking, debugging, and documentation of programs
• Interface with other system support groups to resolve problems and improve OS efficiency
• Design, code, test, and implement tools for operational automation
• Contribute across software phases and adapt to new tasks as needed
• Maintain flexibility to handle unanticipated tasks

Skills

Java/J2EE

Agile methodologies

OO development

C++ knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE/Engineering

Tools

Maven

Git/GitHub

Nexus

Eclipse

Job description

• Understanding Agile development methodologies

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration

offers an excellent opportunity for a Software Engineer (26-359) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Based in Huntsville, AL, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels.

This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.

Position Overview

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key component of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan ballistic missile defense operations systematically, collectively monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It serves as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations, both globally and regionally, to improve performance. C2BMC is essential for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of missile defense systems.

This role is for a Software Engineer working on the C2BMC program. The candidate will mainly focus on Java software development within one of the Regional Applications teams based in Huntsville, such as Battle Management, System-Arch, or Track Server. Working with minimal supervision, the candidate offers specialized expertise across various systems and software fields, while also possessing broad knowledge of related areas, application impacts, and customer requirements.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for in-depth analysis and technical support for systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user support
• Works from specifications to develop or modify operating system applications
• Assists with the design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation of programs
• Interfaces with other system support groups to resolve problems, set standards, and improve the operating system's overall efficiency
• Designs, codes, tests, and implements tools for operational automation
• Works on most phases of software systems programming applications and may need minor guidance in other phases
• Flexibility and willingness to take on unanticipated tasks

Basic Qualifications

Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 2 years of experience; or a Master’s degree in a related field with 0 years of relevant work experience; or 6 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree
• Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
• Understanding of software engineering and software development, with Java/J2EE experience or alternative OO development experience (additional experience with C++ also desired)
• Knowledge of software practices such as coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines, and configuration management
• Candidate must have oral, written, and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team environment
• Understanding of standard systems engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding Agile development methodologies
• Experience developing enterprise applications on Linux (Windows experience also desired)
• Knowledge of DevSecOps and/or build managementWillingness to take on unanticipated tasks
• Familiarity with common software development and management tools such as Maven, Git/GitHub, Nexus, and Eclipse

What We Can Offer You

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment that encourages your growth, benefiting both employees and the company. The benefits are flexible and customizable, enabling you to choose options that suit your individual and family needs. Your benefits will include the following:

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• Flexible Work Arrangements

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Primary Level Salary Range: $87,600.00 - $131,400.00

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.