Sr Principal Engineer Software - Experimentation Field Integrator

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 122,800 - 184,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer Software to join their Global Surveillance division in Melbourne, Florida. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle design and implementation of software products, leading teams to solve complex problems.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in software engineering, particularly in C/C++, and must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance. The role also requires 50% travel, so flexibility is key. Great benefits include health insurance, PTO, and other incentives.

Qualifications

• 9+ years experience in software engineering with relevant degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Clearance.
• Demonstrated delivery of software products in C/C++.

Responsibilities

• Full lifecycle design, implementation, and testing of software.
• Integrate functionality with other software components.
• Lead a team to drive complex problem solutions.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Software debugging

Team leadership

Communication skills

Integration skills

Education

Bachelor’s in STEM discipline

Master’s in STEM discipline

PhD in Software Engineering

Job description

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance may be available.

Clearance Required for Start

Yes

Clearance Type

Secret

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.

Position Overview

The Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) Global Surveillance division is looking for Senior Principal Engineer Software to join our software team. This position will be located in Melbourne, Florida and will require 50% travel.

Responsibilities

• Full lifecycle design, implementation, and unit testing of software
• Work with various team members to integrate functionality with other software components
• Ability to lead a team and/or provide leadership to drive solutions of complex problems
• Gather and report software metrics
• Ensure software best practices
• Develop software products from all phases of the software lifecycle

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 9 or more years of experience in software engineering OR a Master’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 7 or more years of experience in software engineering or a PhD with 4 or more years software engineering experience.
• Clearance: Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Government DOD Top Secret Clearance. Interim clearance is required to start. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain special program access as a condition of continued employment.
• Demonstrated delivery of products in C/C++ or other OOP languages in a Windows and Linux environment.
• Demonstrated integration and debugging skills
• Able to travel 50% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong IRAD or other experimentation contract experience
• Communication skills in clearly explaining and documenting system behavior and post-event reporting
• Excellent ability to work under pressure, strong IRAD experience.
• Ability to plan, self-execute and adapt in high pressure situations
• Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management
• Experience with large Defense contractor programs and ability to work across program and IPT lines
• Knowledge of supplier management and ability to drive results from sub-contractors
• Experience with Integration and field installation in Software Integration Labs
• Experience with Hardware in the Loop environments for simulation

Salary and Benefits

Primary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00. 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.

EOE Statement

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.