Software Integrator Engineer - Level 4 - (25-549)

Northrop Grumman•Colorado Springs, CO

40d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Software Engineer - Level 4 / Sr Principal Software Engineer Integrator to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Located in Colorado Springs, CO, this role is crucial in supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels. This position does not provide any relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote work options. Position Overview: The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a vital part of the Missile Defense System. It provides a key operational platform that allows the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and tactical levels to systematically plan missile defense operations, monitor battle progress, and actively control networked sensors and weapon systems to meet global and regional mission goals. C2BMC offers a layered missile defense capability, delivering an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It acts as a force multiplier by connecting, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations both worldwide and locally to enhance overall performance. Additionally, C2BMC is a critical part of all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the missile defense system's current and future capabilities. The position requires prior experience integrating separate software components into a single system and strong technical skills.

Requirements

Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience, or a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of experience, or a PhD and 4 years of experience, or 12 years of related experience in lieu of a degree may be considered.
Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
Applicants must have a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAM Level II or higher (such as Security+, CGRC, CASP, CISM, CISSP (or Associate), CCISO, etc.) at the time of application. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract period
Willing to travel up to 10% for business, including support for installation and checkout at customer sites
Must have experience with Linux Command Line
Experience integrating applications across Windows and Unix/Linux platforms
Experience with Information Assurance policies and procedures, and the ability to apply IA requirements to an existing system
Experience with scripting and programming languages such as: PowerShell Bash Python Java , including developing, debugging, and maintaining
Experience in creating automated installation scripts
Use of the Git Version Control System
Capable of writing clear and concise system installation and configuration instructions, with the ability to build and maintain good working relationships with software developers, system administrators, and analysis and test engineers

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with DoD integration processes, Agile and DevOps methodologies, and automated testing tools
Experience with VMWare is highly preferred
Ability to read and troubleshoot application source code
Familiarity with Java and object-oriented development is a plus
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change
Knowledge/expertise in the C2BMC concept of operations and user interface
Experience with integrating mission systems into simulation frameworks is a plus
Experience in programming concepts
Experience in writing installation manuals

Responsibilities

Implement, update, and maintain the C2BMC Automation pipeline to enable automated C2BMC scenario execution without operator intervention
Installation and configuration of Linux and Windows hardware platforms from the operating system to the C2BMC developed applications
Document and verify all installation and configuration steps, then include them in the documentation to be provided to the customer
Create installation scripts to automate system setup
Develop test plans and procedures for automated software integration tests, and be responsible for integration and execution, detailed data analysis, and the preparation of software test reports
Coordinate the execution of automated and manual software integration tests to verify system operation
Collaborate with software developers as needed to diagnose and identify the root cause of problems encountered during software integration, and submit problem reports for any errors found
Responsible for executing all Information Assurance directives on the systems, including conducting IA scans
Lead, manage, and coordinate daily integration activities with other local team members
Some non-standard work hours are possible intermittently