Principal / Sr. Principal Software Engineer
Requisition ID: R10119304
Category: Engineering
Location: Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
Clearance Type: Polygraph
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift: Any (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
Positions Available: 2
Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for launch systems capabilities serving national security, military, civil and commercial customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.
Northrop Grumman, Strategic Space Systems Division, has an opening for a Principal Software Engineer OR Sr. Principal Software Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Alice Springs, AU.
This position can be filled at a level 3 or 4
This role requires a two (2) year commitment and the ability to successfully pass a physical and psychological exam. Ability to work odd and/or extended hours covering a 24/7 period and periodic 12-hour shifts.
A comprehensive overseas compensation package is offered with this position including relocation assistance.
Essential Functions:
The software team in Alice Springs requires individuals with software engineering experience who can work in a structured, configuration controlled environment, primarily focused on the support and maintenance of real-time software applications. Qualified candidates will be responsible for evaluating operational software problems and providing immediate solutions to restore service. Responsibilities also include the integration and verification of new baselines. Qualified candidates must be able to work in a dynamic and fast paced team environment.
Principal duties include, but are not limited to:
Support, maintenance and documentation of software applications
Determination of the operations feasibility of software modifications
Development of software tools to complement software maintenance activities
Verification that software standards are met
On-call 24/7 emergency anomaly response to support restoration of software operations
Level 3 Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline plus 5 years of engineering/technical experience OR a Masters of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline plus 3 years of engineering/technical experience
Demonstrated ability in PERL or other scripting languages
Experience with C++, Java, or Python programming languages
Proficiency with VMS or LINUX/UNIX operating systems
Active Top Secret/SCI or DoD Top Secret with an SSBI and counterintelligence polygraph examination
Level 4 Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline plus 9 years of engineering/technical experience OR a Masters of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline plus 7 years of engineering/technical experience
Demonstrated ability in PERL or other scripting languages
Experience with C++, Java, or Python programming languages
Proficiency with VMS or LINUX/UNIX operating systems
Active DoD Top Secret Clearance / SCI Access plus a counterintelligence (CI) polygraph examination.
Preferred Qualifications:
Active DoD Top Secret Clearance / SCI Access with a counterintelligence (CI) polygraph examination adjudicated within the last five years
Possess strong self-initiative and ability to operate independently with minimal supervision
Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex issues and possess ability to multi-task
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with software, hardware, and systems test engineers, system administrators, and program/functional management.
Experience with Atlassian tools such as Jira, Git, Subversion, Confluence, etc.
Familiar with Agile Software methodologies (Scrum or Kanban)
Prior full lifecycle software development experience
Software applications engineering experience on Atlantis, Rodeo, Rushmore, COAST, or associated development contracts
Employees may be eligible for 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.
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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
What's great about
Northrop Grumman
- Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.
- Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future.
- Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off.
Did you know?
Northrop Grumman leads the industry team for NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the largest, most complex and powerful space telescope ever built. Launched in December 2021, the telescope incorporates innovative design, advanced technology, and groundbreaking engineering, and will fundamentally alter our understanding of the universe.