Software Engineer (Harrogate, UK)
Requisition ID: R10123650
Category: Engineering
Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Citizenship required: United States Citizenship
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: 1
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 is seeking a Software Engineer to become a member of the software applications team, working as part of an integrated and globally disperse team. The position requires a flexible work schedule driven by system and operational requirements and is located at a field site in Harrogate, United Kingdom.
This role requires a two (2) year commitment. The engineer will be expected to work a non-traditional workweek that will include occasional 12-hour shifts and weekends.
A comprehensive overseas compensation package is offered with this position including relocation assistance.
Essential Functions:
The software team in Harrogate requires individuals with software engineering experience who can work in a structured, configuration controlled, environment. There is a strong focus on the support and maintenance of real-time, mission-oriented software applications. Qualified candidates will be responsible for evaluating real-time operational software issues and providing immediate solutions. Responsibilities include the installation, integration and verification of new software baselines. Qualified candidates must be able to work independently in a dynamic, fast paced, global team environment.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Support, maintenance and documentation of real-time operational software
Development of software tools to complement software maintenance activities
Improvement, implementation and verification of software standards
Collaboration and support in a global environment
On-call 24/7 emergency anomaly response to support restoration of software operations
Effective communication with customer counterparts and other engineering disciplines
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline plus 2 years of engineering/technical experience OR a Master’s of Science Degree in a STEM discipline plus 0 years of engineering/technical experience
Proficiency in Perl or other scripting languages
Willingness to complete a two-year overseas tour
Willingness to complete a comprehensive physical and psychological examination and security/polygraph screening prior to beginning the assignment
Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance, SCI access and counterintelligence polygraph examination
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency and interest in some of the below is highly beneficial for this role:
Languages: C++, Java, C#, Python
Technology and platforms: Red Hat Linux, VMS, Git, Atlassian Tool Suite
Security+ Certification
Experience with Agile methodologies and techniques, and continuous integration
Experience supporting real-time operational software
Experience working in a geographically diverse team and matrix organization
Software applications engineering experience on Atlantis, Rodeo, Rushmore, COAST or associated development contracts
Prior full lifecycle software development experience
Active Top Secret/SCI or DoD Top Secret with an SSBI and counterintelligence polygraph examination in the last five years
The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.
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 most 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.