Software Performance Analysis Engineer - Level 2 or 3
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, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career opportunity for a Software Performance Analysis Engineer level 2 or 3 with Linux environment and software development experience to join the BOA/ESL Algorithms team. The BOA program leverages OPIR data in supporting the software development and analysis of specialized combat systems that are providing advanced algorithms to improve tracking, prediction, and discrimination capabilities for emerging threats worldwide. The position is in Boulder, CO – Boulder is nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, and only 25 miles from downtown Denver. As a Software Performance Analysis Engineer – Level 2 or 3, you will be responsible for supporting the development and analysis of specialized combat systems that are providing advanced algorithms to improve tracking, prediction, and discrimination capabilities for emerging threats worldwide. You are expected to communicate technical information effectively and clearly, and present technical approaches and findings.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience, or a Master's Degree and 0-2 years of related experience (for Level 2)
- Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or a Master's Degree and 3 years of related experience, or 1 year of related experience with a PhD (for Level 3)
- Python or Matlab experience
- Performance analysis experience for complex, mathematically intensive systems
- Linux experience and working knowledge of common utilities like grep, awk, cat head, etc.
- Experience with data analysis - Population statistics and trend identification.
- Ability and willingness to travel up-to 10% to support business needs.
- A current active in-scope U.S. Government issued Secret security clearance at the time of application which is required to start; with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
Nice To Haves
- A current active in-scope U.S. Government issued Top Secret security clearance.
- Strong statistical background and skills.
- Strong Python skills
- Experience in tracking and prediction algorithms, simulation, and validation.
- Experience with missile trajectory analysis
- Familiarity with Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) and Electro-Optical Infrared (EOIR) sensors and simulations is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Performance analysis of missile tracking and prediction algorithms
- Analysis of space based sensor constellations
- Algorithm defect tracking and resolution
- Analysis tool development (Python & Matlab)
- Technical presentations and analysis reports as required
- Work in cross-discipline teams and communicate clearly across various levels of engineers.
Benefits
- health insurance coverage
- life and disability insurance
- savings plan
- Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
- overtime
- shift differential
- discretionary bonus
- Annual bonuses
- Long Term Incentives (for VP or Director positions)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
