Jobs at Northrop Grumman
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Northrop Grumman is a global aerospace and defense technology leader that designs and builds advanced weapons, cyber‑security systems, and space platforms. The company’s innovations drive national security and commercial space exploration.
Positions range from software engineers and systems architects to cybersecurity analysts, data scientists, and program managers. Candidates work on classified and commercial projects, often in multidisciplinary teams, and benefit from competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and continuous learning opportunities.
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Sentinel Principal / Sr. Principal Software Engineer - 13079 - 13549
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Posted Oct 18, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking Principal Software Engineer / Sr. Principal Software Engineer for the Sentinel program. The role involves working on an agile development team, integrating data and systems across a hybrid multi-classification environment using eQube-MI. The company offers a robust benefits package, a 9/80 work schedule, and opportunities for growth. Qualifications include relevant degree, DoD Secret clearance, experience with eQube-MI/BI platform, and agile environment. Top Secret clearance and experience with Siemens Teamcenter PLM, modern modeling tools, and requirements tools are considered a plus. The salary range is $97,500 - $146,300 for Principal Software Engineer and $121,000 - $181,400 for Sr. Principal Software Engineer.
OpenShift DevOps Engineer
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Chantilly, VA
Posted Oct 18, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Engineer DevOps for a position in Chantilly, Virginia. The role involves ensuring the uptime of multi-tenant infrastructure, working closely with engineering teams to improve platforms, configuring monitoring tools, conducting incident response, and providing first-level system and network support. The ideal candidate should have an active Secret Clearance, experience with Windows and Linux Server Operating Systems, VMWare & OpenStack Virtual Environments, and a bachelor's degree in an IT field. Preferred qualifications include experience with virtualization technologies, multi-tier storage environments in cloud environments, front-end processing and network gateway appliances, networking experience, and KVM Virtualization technologies. Northrop Grumman offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a work environment that encourages growth and supports diversity.
Mission Planning Cell Advisor - TS/SCI Clearance (Space/Satellite Systems)
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Posted Oct 18, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a technical role in Colorado Springs, CO for a position that involves understanding the customer's vision of automated satellite operations, providing technical expertise, and serving as a liaison between the NG Program Office and end users. The role requires strong communication skills, experience in satellite operations engineering, and the ability to work under pressure. The salary range is $166,000 - $229,000 per year.
Sr. Principal Software Engineer (Active TS/SCI clearance required to apply)
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Aurora, CO
Posted Oct 18, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Software Engineer with Java expertise for a position in Aurora, Colorado. The role involves working on agile development teams, tackling new development and operational support of systems that advance National Security. The company offers opportunities for career advancement and is part of a larger organization that includes Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test staff. The salary range is $127,000 - $190,600 per year.
Principal/Sr Principal Systems Test Engineer - General Specialist
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Palmdale, CA
Posted Oct 18, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Senior Principal Systems Test Engineer - General Specialist for their Test and Evaluation organization in Palmdale, California. The role involves contributing to the development of acceptance test plans, supporting integration testing, and interfacing with design and analysis functions. The ideal candidate will have a STEM degree, extensive engineering experience, and an active DoD Secret Clearance or higher. The position requires strong communication skills, the ability to work various shifts, and a willingness to learn additional engineering disciplines. Northrop Grumman offers competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities to work on revolutionary systems.
Principal Program Cost Control Analyst (TS/SCI with Polygraph)
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Posted Oct 18, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Program Cost Control Analyst for a position in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. The role involves supporting the Networked Information Solutions Division, Cyber & Information Solutions Business Unit, Sensing & Secure Solutions (S3) Operating Unit. The PCA will interface with program managers, functional management, cost account managers, and business managers to provide financial support and analysis. Key responsibilities include preparing budgets and schedules for contract work, performing Earned Value Metric tasks, monitoring costs and schedules on contracts, and ensuring contracts are within negotiated parameters. Basic qualifications include a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related experience, or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience. Preferred qualifications include a degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration, experience with COBRA, COGNOS, SAP, and Earned Value concepts. Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages growth and supports mutual success.
Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer (*TS/SCI and Poly req)
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Posted Oct 18, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking Software Engineers for their FROST program at Schriever AFB, Colorado. The role involves developing new capabilities, troubleshooting, and supporting real-time satellite launch events. The position requires an active TS/SCI DoD security clearance and polygraph. Responsibilities include software design, development, and integration life cycle, resolving complex issues, and supporting rehearsals and launch activities. Preferred qualifications include experience with Spring Boot, JavaScript frameworks, NoSQL databases, and agile development. Northrop Grumman offers a competitive salary range, benefits, and a culture of curiosity and collaboration.
E-6B IMMC SCA Aircraft Mechanic 3 - Weekday Nights
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Lake Charles, LA
Posted Oct 18, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a SCA Aircraft Mechanic 3 for a maintenance program in Lake Charles, LA. The role involves maintaining, repairing, and modifying aircraft structures and components, applying knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications, and providing technical support to engineers and customers. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. Preferred qualifications include an A&P License, E-6B/707 experience, and ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance. The salary range is $35 - $39. Northrop Grumman offers a variety of benefits and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
Principal/Sr. Principal Facilities Engineer Level 3/4 - Nights
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Clinton, UT
Posted Oct 18, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Facilities Engineer Level 3/4 for a night shift position in Clearfield, UT. The role involves working on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives, with opportunities for career growth and skill development. The ideal candidate should have a STEM degree and relevant engineering experience, with a US citizenship and ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. Preferred qualifications include understanding of NEC and NFPA 70E, Revit and AutoCAD drafting experience, and experience designing and commissioning power distribution systems. Northrop Grumman offers competitive benefits, a diverse portfolio of programs, and a family-friendly environment.
Contracts Administrator - Level 3 or 4
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Posted Oct 18, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Contracts Administrator for its Payload and Ground Systems Division. The role involves managing a contract portfolio from business development to closeout, ensuring customer satisfaction, and building customer relationships. The successful candidate will work closely with program managers, business managers, and functional teams. They will be responsible for customer communications, proposal sections, and contract negotiations. The position requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance. Northrop Grumman offers competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for career growth.
Principal Engineer Dev Ops - DevSecOps Engineer (24-237)
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Posted Oct 18, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Engineer Dev Ops - DevSecOps Engineer for the C2BMC program, which integrates the Missile Defense System. The role involves supporting the DevSecOps team in developing and deploying infrastructure as a service and a platform as a service capability. The candidate will work in a collaborative environment, managing multiple environments, software deployment, troubleshooting, and automation. Essential functions include knowledge of DevSecOps principles, supporting deployment of custom software solutions, proposing system administration process improvements, and identifying and resolving program support deficiencies. The salary range is $97,500 - $153,600, depending on location. Basic qualifications include an active Secret clearance, experience with Linux or Windows System Administration, scripting skills, and experience with automation tools like Ansible, HashiCorp, GitLab CI/CD, and Nexus.
Sentinel (GBSD) - Configuration Analyst Section Manager 2 - 13544 & 13545
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Roy, UT
Posted Oct 18, 2024
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Configuration Analyst Section Manager 2 for the Sentinel program in Roy, Utah. The role involves managing a team of configuration analysts, providing mentorship, and handling technical assignments. The company offers a competitive benefits package and a 9/80 work schedule. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 6 years of related experience, or a Master's degree with 4 years of experience. Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance is required.