Back to search
Requisition ID: R10172357
- Category:Â Engineering
- Location: Huntsville, Alabama, United States of America
- Clearance Type:Â Secret
- Telecommute:Â No- Teleworking not available for this position
- Shift:Â Days (United States of America)
- Travel Required:Â Yes, 10% of the Time
- Positions Available:Â 1
Northrop Grumman Space Systems – Launch and Missile Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Engineer Software - BM/SRM Software Analyst (24-345) with software performance assessment and data analysis expertise. This vital position is in Huntsville, AL, and will be critical in analyzing and verifying sophisticated defense software systems.
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.
The selected candidate will apply their understanding of software engineering processes and principles to analyze the output from complex algorithms, ensuring optimal performance and functionality verification. Join a dedicated team focused on the Battle Management/Sensor Resource Management (BM/SRM) product team to validate and improve our defense capabilities.
What You’ll Get to Do:
As a Principal Engineer Software - BM/SRM Software Analyst based in Huntsville, AL, your responsibilities will involve:
- Analyzing software test data for performance and functionality verification.
- Using MATLAB, Python, and Java to perform and assist with data analysis.
- Developing scripts and programs for analysis in Java, MATLAB, Python, etc.
- Reviewing algorithm outputs to ascertain correct operation.
- Document findings, courses of action (COAs), and recommendations and present them to stakeholders.
- Identify bugs, coordinate resolution, and oversee software build execution.
- Collaborating with program-level integration, Modeling & Simulations, and Test Engineering teams to identify scenarios that validate functionality and system performance requirements.
Basic Qualifications:
- 5 years' experience with a bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or a related field; 3 years' experience with a master’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or a related field
- 3-5 years of experience in the missile defense domain, including engagement management, sensor management, algorithm development, and other related areas.
- Proficiency with data analysis using MATLAB, Python, Java (to perform data analysis), and related tools.
- Experience with GitLab, Gradle, and Atlassian tools.
- A current DoD Final Secret Clearance is required to start.
Technical Skill Required:
- Understanding of system and software engineering processes, principles, and lifecycles.
- Demonstrated experience with algorithms and XML data structures.
- Knowledge and practical application of Unix/Linux environments.
- Ability to understand and debug Java programs effectively.
Desired Skills:
- Direct experience with C2BMC or other complex command and control systems.
- Experience in Agile development methodologies.
- Familiarity with Sensor Resource Management and Engagement/Battle Management.
What 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 Arrangements
NGSpace
COSpace
NGFeaturedJobs
C2BMC
Additional Northrop Grumman Information:
Northrop Grumman Space Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We foster an inclusive work environment and provide career growth and advancement opportunities.
Salary Range: $102,400 - $153,600The 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.
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.
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.
