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Staff Cyber Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman

On-site
Annapolis Junction, MD
Full-time
Staff
Principal
8+ yrs
$186k–$292kPosted 7m ago

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Job description

Northrop Grumman is hiring a Staff Cyber Software Engineer — a full-time, based in Annapolis Junction, MD role ($186k–$292k). Apply directly on Northrop Grumman's careers page below.

Staff Cyber Software Engineer (TG)

Location: United States-Maryland-Annapolis Junction, United States-Colorado-Aurora, United States-North Carolina-Morrisville, United States-Texas-San Antonio

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Polygraph

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's 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 nation's 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, they're making history.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

 

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems would like you to join our team as a Sr. Principal Cyber Software Engineer (Level 3 CNO Analyst/Programmer) . Places of performance for this position are Annapolis Junction MD, San Antonio TX, Aurora CO, and Carey, NC.

 

What You’ll Get to Do:

Provides custom software design and development of specialized tools and techniques. Designs and develops end-to-end data flow and tasking into the tools developed. Provides/authors documentation, participate in design, code, and software readiness reviews in accordance with the Government's software development procedures and processes. Program in Assembly, C, C++, Java, Perl, or Python. Develop Windows applications using Visual Studio or .NET environments; UNIX applications using make files or comparable build environments; or, Embedded or mobile platform development using proprietary, GOTS, or open-source build environments. Provide/author documentation, participate in design, code, and software readiness reviews as prescribed by the Government's software development procedures and processes.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or network engineering with 12 years of experience, Masters degree with 10 years of experience, PhD with 8 year of experience.
  • Current/active TS/SCI w/Polygraph (through the MD Customer)
  • Experience in Python or C/C++ programming
  • Experience with troubleshooting and debugging systems

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience analyzing user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
  • Software analysis or reverse engineering
  • CNO development concepts, tools and techniques
  • Unit testing frameworks and practices

 

This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.

 

What We Can Offer You:

 

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which 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 and Additional Benefits including: Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

 

 

Primary Level Salary Range: $185,900.00 - $292,100.00

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 candidate's experience, education, skills and current market 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary for Staff Cyber Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman?

The estimated salary range for Staff Cyber Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman is $186,000 - $292,000 USD per year.

What skills are required for Staff Cyber Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman?

The required skills for Staff Cyber Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman include: Assembly, C, C++, Java, Perl, Python, Unix, Embedded Systems.

What is the seniority level for Staff Cyber Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman?

Staff Cyber Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman is a Staff / Principal level position.

How do I apply for Staff Cyber Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman?

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