Software Engineer Level 3 or 4

Northrop Grumman; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems seeks a Software Engineer Level 3 or 4 to join our Payload & Ground Software Engineering team supporting a Ground program. The role requires hands-on development on Linux/Unix, collaboration in a fast-paced environment, and eligibility for TS/SCI clearance (US citizenship).

On-site employment in Morrisville, NC or Fairfax, VA with no remote option; the position offers growth opportunities and the chance to contribute to mission-focused software in a nationally

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of software development experience OR Master’s with 3 years OR PhD with 1 year; additional 4+ years in lieu of degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance; US citizenship required.
• Experience developing applications on Linux/Unix.
• Exposure to Agile principles and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket).
• Basic understanding of asynchronous messaging systems (NATS, ActiveMQ, gRPC).
• Working knowledge of server-side languages including Python, C++, Node.js, Go, or Java.
• Familiarity with integrating systems using data-driven design and APIs.
• Strong knowledge of integration best practices, subsystem interfaces, APIs, and complex workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop software and generate efficient code according to specifications.
• Operate independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with little oversight.
• Collaborate with leads and customers to handle diverse assignments and implement solutions.

Skills

Python

C++

Node.js

Go

Java

Linux/Unix

Agile principles

APIs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in Computer Science

PhD in Computer Science

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Bitbucket

Docker

Podman

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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 (NGSP) is seeking a Software Engineer Level 3 or 4 to join our team in the Payload & Ground Software Engineering organization supporting a Ground program.

The successful candidate will have Software development experience, with the ability to digest changes and synthesize them into working designs, generate efficient code according to the specifications, and adapt to changes as necessary that are driven by bugs or specification updates or the customer. You will be expected to operate independently with little oversight in a dynamic environment, and to be highly self-motivated, reporting information to leads and the customer. You will be expected to handle diverse assignments with efficiency, finding unique solutions and working in a very collaborative and fast-paced environment that continues to grow.

This position will be at our site either in Morrisville, North Carolina or Fairfax, Virginia. This position requires being on-site and does not support remote or hybrid work.

This position can be filled at either a Level 3 (Principal) or Level 4 (Sr Principal).

Basic Qualifications For Level 3 (Principal)

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of software development experience– OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of software development experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of software development experience. May consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access (TS/SCI). Approval must be obtained within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the company, to meet business needs. Not required to start, US Citizenship required.
• Experience developing applications on Linux/Unix operating systems
• Exposure to Agile principles, and Atlassian tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)
• Basic understanding of asynchronous messaging systems (e.g., NATS, ActiveMQ, gRPC, etc.)
• Working knowledge of one or more server-side languages, including Python, C++, Node.js, Go, or Java
• Familiarity with integrating systems using a data-driven design approach
• Strong knowledge of integration best practices, focusing on subsystem interfaces, APIs, and complex workflows

Basic Qualifications For Level 4 (Sr Principal)

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of software development experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of software development experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of software development experience. May consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access (TS/SCI). Approval must be obtained within a reasonable timeframe, as determined by the company, to meet business needs. Not required to start, US Citizenship required.
• Experience developing applications on Linux/Unix operating systems
• Exposure to Agile principles, and Atlassian tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)
• Basic understanding of asynchronous messaging systems (e.g., NATS, ActiveMQ, gRPC, etc.)
• Working knowledge of one or more server-side languages, including Python, C++, Node.js, Go, or Java
• Familiarity with integrating systems using a data-driven design approach
• Strong knowledge of integration best practices, focusing on subsystem interfaces, APIs, and complex workflows

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience developing Mission Management and Control software for Satelitte Ground Systems
• Experience in developing security/reliable code (Unit Test, Code Coverage, SonarQube scans, Fortify)
• Proficiency in developing container-based applications (podman/docker, horizontal scaling, etc.)
• Proficiency in developing software using C++ and Python
• Experience implementing a Data Centric software design (developing data schemas, translating between data formats0

Primary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00

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.