Principal Software Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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 peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join our team supporting the Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC) Program. This role will be a critical member of the Software deployment team that will be responsible for deploying, debugging, and implementing corrective actions to ensure a stable and operable DARC system. The core DARC SW development team is headquartered out of Colorado Springs but may require occasional travel to Eglin AFB or DARC site 1 located in Australia. Job responsibilities Develop new SW features in C++ or Java Install and deploy DARC SW on the DARC System. Document and report back on problem or deficiency reports. Collaborate with the SW team to effectively troubleshoot, and debug SW identified SW issues. Support ongoing SW development and feature integration for future DARC SW releases. Basic Qualifications Active DoD Secret clearance at the time of application 5 years with a Bachelors in Science, 3 years with a Masters in Science degree, and 1 years with the PHD Development Experience in C++, Java & Javascript Ability to work with MATLAB Ability to travel up to 50 of the time Must have Security+ (SEC+) Certification Expert in debugging Familiarity with Linux, RedHat and Windows Familiar with Agile principles and use of JIRA and Confluence Ability to travel 10 Preferred Qualifications Experience with Digital Signal Processing Experience with Rada Signal Processing Recent experience with OCONUS deployments and working onsite as part of a large integrated team Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00 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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr JSfirm.com