Sr Principal Software Engineer - 14909* - R10195619

Northrop Grumman; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 131,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading defense contractor as a Senior Principal Engineer Software, contributing to the Sentinel program in Huntsville, Alabama. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 8 years experience with Bachelor's, or 6 years with Master's, or 4 years with PhD.
• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• Experience with Agile and Scrum teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the Sentinel program as a Senior Principal Engineer Software.
• Plan, execute, and manage technical scope.
• Develop UI and interpret complex algorithms.

Skills

Agile

Object-Oriented Analysis

Python

JavaScript

Education

Bachelor’s in related field

Master’s

PhD

Tools

Jira

Confluence

DOORS

Cameo

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking Senior Principal Engineer Software – 14909 to support the Sentinel program. This position will be located in Huntsville, Alabama or Manhattan Beach, California.

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation package.

Job Qualifications:

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Sr. Principal Software Engineer: 8 Years with Bachelor’s in related field, 6 Years with Master’s, 4 Years with PhD or 4 additional years in lieu of a degree.
• US Citizenship with Active DoD Secret clearance with a reinvestigation date in the last 6 years.
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
• Ability to team plan, execute, and manage the technical scope, and support leadership planning.
• Experience with Agile and working in a cross-function Scrum team.
• Working knowledge of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design Principles.
• Experience programming in scripting languages (Python, JavaScript).
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering languages (SysML/UML) and concepts.
• Experience with UI design and development, or interpreting complex algorithms and requirements for implementation.

Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in STEM.
• Experience with Atlassian Tool Suite including Jira and Confluence.
• Proficient with DOORS, Cameo, with the ability to write and decompose system requirements.
• Ability to evaluate risks and tradeoffs and present solutions to management.

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Salary Range: $131,100.00 - $196,700.00

The salary range is a guideline; actual offers depend on various factors. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, holidays, PTO, and potential bonuses or incentives. The application period is approximately 20 days from posting, subject to change.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance.