Principal Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman in Warner Robins, Georgia

Job Description:

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems in air and space that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our work preserves freedom and democracy, and advances human discovery and our understanding of the universe. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have a lot of 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, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems has an opening for a Principal Software Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Warner Robins, Georgia at Robins Air Force Base.


This person will assist with the integration, troubleshooting and testing of implemented software changes. Ideal role for someone who has the ability to take ownership of ambiguous hard problems and drive to a solution, while working in a team environment.
Essential Functions:

• Software development including automated testing to facilitate and analyze large data sets.
• Develop, modify and maintain customized or standardized communication subsystem applications and services, using software engineering best practices and standards.
• Participate in the full life-cycle of software development, to include requirements development, modeling and design, application development, unit to CSCI testing, integration, formal system testing, release, installation, and maintenance.
• Apply technical expertise in solving complex integrations problems.
• Frequent opportunities to interact with Program Management, external suppliers and/or government customers, therefore excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills are essential.

A solid background in Java, object oriented analysis and design, in a Windows and/or Linux environment is preferred.
Benefits:

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!



Qualifications:




Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field from an accredited university with 5-years of software engineering experience OR a Master's Degree in (STEM) with 3-years of software engineering experience OR a PhD Degree in (STEM.)
• Experience developing software/writing code in Java
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in object oriented analysis and design
• Experience with Windows PowerShell and BAT scripting
• Experience with using Parsers and Compilers
• Experience with Linux/Unix operating systems
• Experience with customizing COTS software in vendor specific languages

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 www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. Apply Now