Software Engineer - DevSecOps

Northrop Grumman; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems seeks a Software Engineer - DevSecOps to help stand up a large-scale software factory and automate CI/CD pipelines. This on-site role is based in San Diego, CA or El Segundo, CA, with up to 25% travel and no remote work.

You will work with agile teams, SDLC processes, and embedded software development in a fast-paced environment. A TS clearance is required or obtainable, with SAP/PAR prerequisites.

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 entry level related engineering experience.
• Experience with the full SW Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience with Agile SW development, embedded system programming, SW integration and testing.
• Experience with the following programming and scripting languages: C, C++, and Python.
• Experience with two of the following tools: Jira, GitLab, Docker, Fortify, Coverity, or Black Duck.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Responsibilities

• Standup of large scale software factory used by software teams
• Integrate and automate systems to facilitate continuous build, continuous integration, continuous test, and continuous deployment pipeline
• Strong communication skills is a must to work with Software IPT, chief engineers, and development team
• The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.

Skills

C

C++

Python

SDLC

Agile SW

Embedded systems

Testing

Education

Bachelor's in STEM

Master's in STEM

Tools

Jira

GitLab

Docker

Fortify

Coverity

Black Duck

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

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 Aeronautics Systems is looking to add a Software Engineer - DevSecOps to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Software organization. This position is located on site in San Diego, CA or El Segundo, CA.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility. There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Roles And Responsibilities Will Include

• Standup of large scale software factory used by software teams
• Integrate and automate systems to facilitate continuous build, continuous integration, continuous test, and continuous deployment pipeline
• Strong communication skills is a must to work with Software IPT, chief engineers, and development team
• The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and entry level related engineering experience.
• Experience with the full SW Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience with Agile SW development, embedded system programming, SW integration and testing.
• Experience with the following programming and scripting languages: C, C++, and Python.
• Experience with two of the following tools: Jira, GitLab, Docker, Fortify, Coverity, or Black Duck.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret Clearance issued by the U.S. Government
• Experience with developing multi-threaded SW used for one of the following real-time applications: flight critical SW, Safety critical SW, medical SW, or mission critical SW.
• Ability to identify moderate execution defects by only reading code.
• Understanding of how their embedded SW component will fit into a larger SW system / architecture.
• Able to document, capture, and present software architectural components in modeling or diagramming tools.
• Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) access.

Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00

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.