(DoD SkillBridge) Software Development Engineers (Level 2 or 3)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available\n\nCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes\n\nCLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret\n\nTRAVEL: No\n\n## Description\n\nAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people\u0027s 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\u0027s 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 \u2014 and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they\u0027re making history.\n\nAs one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation\u2019s military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman\u2019s 90,000 employees self-identifies as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists.\n\nThe Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29 . NG-MIP is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.\n\nResponsibilities for this internship position are:\n\nNorthrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman \u2013 Military Internship Program (DoD SKillbridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for Skillbridge. During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.\n\nGoals \u2013 Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.\n\nObjectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission \u201cDefining Possible\u201d on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.\n\nOutcome \u2013 Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.\n\nDoD SkillBridge Eligibility:\n\n\u00b7 Has served at least 180 days on active duty\n\n\u00b7 Is within 12 months of separation or retirement\n\n\u00b7 Will receive an honorable discharge\n\n\u00b7 Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS\n\n\u00b7 Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months\n\n\u00b7 Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.\n\nDo you want to work at an international company with endless opportunities for growth and advancement? Are you eager to join a trust-based, globally-connected team, where your contributions will define what\u2019s possible?\n\nWe are looking for team members who want to solve interesting, complex problems, which protect our nation. Your talents and passion are most important to us. If you don\u2019t know a language, program, or platform, we will teach you! Become a part of our enthusiastic team where we have fun working together and take pride in our contributions to the nation\u2019s safety.\n\nIn this role, the focus will be on development, integration, deployment, and sustainment of satellite ground software. These positions are located onsite on our Dulles, VA campus, and requires a Top Secret clearance at the time of application.\n\nThis opportunity supports our Space Systems East Engineering Software Controls Engineering (SCE) group.\n\nWhat you\u2019ll get to do:\n\n * Full stack development at the OS, platform, and mission unique software layer\n\n * Developing client and server applications and services using service or object-oriented architectures, message bus-based data exchange that include first-of-a-kind capabilities\n\n * Applications will span languages and toolsets including Python, C++, Postgres, Ansible, cloud infrastructure provisioning, PKI, and static code analysis execution and finding remediation\n\n * Developer will be expected to be a self-starter capable of making decisions with overall project budget and schedule in mind\n\n * Support Operations ground software and associated configurations. This will involve troubleshooting both software errors and hardware affecting the operation of ground software\n\n * Support Acceptance Test events, including running tests\n\n * Test Automation\n\n * Configuration of ground segment software\n\n * Resolution and remediation of software defects\n\n * Software Enhancements as directed by customer change requests or mission needs\n\n * Ground software support during launch and launch rehearsal events\n\n * Support the installation of new ground segment software in operational, development and test environments\n\n\n\n\nWhat does success look like?\n\nAs a successful employee, you will:\n\n * Be an active and integral member of your team\n\n * Channel your enthusiasm to innovate\n\n * Be part of a supportive team that develops and deploys technologies that matter to our national security\n\n * Work with agility, flexibility, and collaboration to explore creative ideas\n\n\n\n\nBasic Qualifications:\n\nSoftware Development Engineer\n\n * Bachelor\u2019s degree (ideally Computer Science or Engineering) and 2 years of experience; OR a master\u2019s degree and 0 years: OR a PhD and 4 years. Experience can be considered in lieu of degree (additional 4 years)\n\n * Demonstrated software development experience\n\n * Python application development, C++, Bash Scripting experience\n\n * U.S. Citizenship\n\n * Must have an active Top-Secret clearance at the time of application with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI\n\n\n\n\nPrincipal Software Engineer:\n\n * Bachelor\u2019s degree (ideally Computer Science or Engineering) and 5 years of experience; OR a master\u2019s degree and 3 years: OR a PhD and 1 year Experience can be considered in lieu of degree (additional 4 years)\n\n * Demonstrated software development experience\n\n * Python application development, C++, Bash Scripting experience\n\n * U.S. Citizenship\n\n * Must have an active Top-Secret clearance at the time of application with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI\n\n\n\n\nPreferred Qualification:\n\n * Strong preference given to Top Secret with SCI\n\n\n\n\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $114,700.00\n\nSecondary Level Salary Range: $110,300.00 - $165,500.00\n\nThe 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\u0027s experience, education, skills and current market conditions.\n\nDepending 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.\n\nThe 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.\n\nNorthrop 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.\n