Sr. Principal Software Engineer (JEMINI) (25-038)

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: March 13, 2025

Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10185460

• Category: -Engineering
• Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States of America - Schriever AFB, Colorado, United States of America
• Clearance Type: -Secret
• Telecommute: -No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: -Days (United States of America)
• Travel Required: -Yes, 10% of the Time
• Positions Available: -1At 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 - Launch and Missile Defense Systems has an exciting career opportunity for a Sr. Principal Software Engineer (JEMINI) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Colorado Springs, CO and Schriever Space Force Base, CO. Position Overview: The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program integrates the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, to see the battle develop collectively, and to dynamically manage designated networked sensors and weapons systems to achieve global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC supports a layered missile defense capability that enables an optimized response to threats of all ranges in all phases of flight. C2BMC is the force multiplier that globally and regionally networks integrate, synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations to optimize performance. C2BMC is integral to all system ground and flight tests, which verify and exercise all current and future missile defense system capabilities. This position is for a mid-level Software Engineer on the C2BMC JEMINI program. The candidate will primarily be responsible for software development using Java. Essential Functions:
  • Expertise: Applies extensive expertise to solve complex problems requiring ingenuity and creativity
  • Work Direction: Work is performed without appreciable direction and is reviewed for desired results over a long-term perspective
  • Impact of Decisions: Erroneous decisions would normally result in failure to achieve major organizational objectives
  • Leadership Role: May function in project leadership roles and represent the organization as the primary customer contact on significant technical matters on contracts
  • Ability to work effectively in a rapid-paced, team environment
  • Knowledge of software practices and coding standards
  • Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to review performance issues, identify root causes, recommend, and develop solutions
  • Key Responsibilities: Interact with others using good verbal and written communication skills
  • Be flexible in a highly dynamic and ever-changing environment
  • Provide in-depth analysis and technical support of a large, distributed system written in Java
  • Perform complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, integration, and user support for a large code baseline
  • Follow specifications to develop or modify functionality within the code
  • Assist with design, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation
  • Interface with other system support groups to resolve problems, set standards, and improve overall system efficiency
  • Design, code, test, and implement tools for automationBasic Qualifications: Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.
    • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Computer Science, Technology, Engineering, Software Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and -8 years of related experience or a Master's STEM degree in a related discipline and 6 years of experience, or a PhD and 4 years of experience, or 12 years of related experience instead of a degree may be considered
    • Applicants must have a current active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
    • Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs
    • Java experience
    • Experience working as part of an Agile team
    • Familiarity with Java Spring
    • Familiarity with containerization tools such as Docker/Kubernetes
    • Knowledge of server-side development and message passing
    • Experience developing enterprise applications
    • Flexibility and willingness to take on unanticipated tasks
    • Use of common software development and management tools such as:
      • Git
      • Nexus
      • JIRA
      • Confluence
      • Maven or Gradle
      • Eclipse
      • Understanding of standard system engineering design artifacts such as:
        • Use Cases
        • UML diagrams
        • Command and control system application development
        • Experience with message translation software
        • Automated test and pipeline development experience
        • Experience developing software for Unix/Linux and Windows platforms
        • Experience with Software Integration testing, including developing automated test scripts
        • Experience with Risk Management Framework/STIG/Fortify mitigation
        • Prior experience designing and developing microservices and deploying with containers; experience setting up a container environmentPreferred Qualifications:
          • Current and active in-scope DoD-issued TS/SCI clearance is highly desired
          • DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA) is highly desiredWhat We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following:
            • Health Plan
            • Savings Plan
            • Paid Time Off
            • Education Assistance
            • Training and Development
            • Flexible Work ArrangementsNGSpace COSpace NGFeaturedJobs C2BMCSalary Range: $124,900 - $187,300The 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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