Sr Principal Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 129,300 - 193,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligible

Shift differential

Discretionary bonus

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Colorado Springs seeks a Sr. Principal Software Engineer with bid and proposal experience to lead the DS3 software bid. You will drive the proposal approach, labor estimates, and pricing in collaboration with business management.

Responsibilities include shaping the DS3 software strategy, supporting the Integrated Master Schedule, managing risks and opportunities, and guiding startup and execution as needed. Travel up to 10% with active DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance at time of application.
• 8 years with a Bachelor's, 6 years with a Master’s, or 3 years with a PhD.
• Software development experience in Java, C++, JavaScript.
• Experience with microservices-based architectures.
• Familiar with estimating methodologies and tools including SEER-SEM.
• Familiar with RedHat Linux environments.
• Understanding of Earned Value (EV) principles.
• Familiar with Agile practices and JIRA/Confluence.
• Knowledge of SW CDRLs (Requirements/Design/Version Descriptions).

Responsibilities

• Act as the DS3 SW proposal lead.
• Develop the DS3 SW proposal approach and supporting artifacts.
• Create DS3 SW proposal labor BOEs and pricing with business management.
• Support the DS3 Integrated Master Schedule and SW timelines.
• Develop and manage DS3 SW proposal risk and opportunities.
• Support DS3 startup and technical execution as contributor or team lead.

Skills

Java

C++

JavaScript

Microservices

Earned Value

Agile practices

RedHat Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

SEER-SEM

Job description

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance may be available.

Security Clearance

Clearance required for start: Yes. Clearance type: Secret.

Travel

Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time.

Overview

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal Software Engineer with bid and proposal experience to support the Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC) Program. This role will serve as the DARC Site 3 (DS3) Software (SW) bid and proposal lead.

Job Responsibilities

• Act as the DS3 SW proposal lead.
• Develop the DS3 SW proposal approach and supporting artifacts.
• Create the DS3 SW proposal labor Basis of Estimates (BOE’s) and pricing in collaboration with business management.
• Support the development of the DS3 Integrated Master Schedule and SW development timelines.
• Develop and manage the DS3 SW proposal risk and opportunities.
• Support the DS3 startup and technical execution as an individual contributor or team lead.

Basic Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance at the time of application.
• 8 years with a Bachelor of Science, 6 years with a Master of Science, and 3 years with a PhD.
• Software development experience (Java, C++, JavaScript).
• Experience with microservices-based architectures.
• Familiar with estimating methodologies and tools (e.g., Cost History, System Evaluation and Estimation of Resources – Software Estimation Model (SEER-SEM)).
• Familiarity with RedHat Linux environments.
• Understanding of Earned Value (EV) principles.
• Familiar with Agile principles and use of JIRA and Confluence.
• Familiar with SW CDRL items (e.g., Software Requirements Specifications, Software Design Descriptions, Software Version Descriptions).

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Computer Science or Computer Engineering technical major.
• Experience with SW development on ground‑based radar systems.
• Previously acted as a SW Product Owner (PO) or SW Lead.

Salary Range

Primary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 – $193,900.00. 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.

Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity 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.