Staff Engineer Software - Software Architect (25-569)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret 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. Northrop Grumman Space Systems-Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Staff Engineer Software - Software Architect (25-569) to join our team of talented and diverse professionals. Based in Huntsville, AL, this role is critical in supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels. This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options. **Position Overview:** The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a crucial part of the Missile Defense System. It is an essential operational system that allows the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan ballistic missile defense operations systematically, monitor the battle collectively, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapons systems to meet global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats of all ranges during all flight phases. It acts as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations both worldwide and regionally to enhance performance. C2BMC is vital for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate current and future missile defense system capabilities. **Essential Functions:** + Defining and overseeing the implementation of the software architecture for a Java-based missile defense command and control system, and ensuring the architecture aligns with the design principles of the C2BMC program + This includes providing direct technical support to the chief engineer and chief architect, as well as coordinating across engineering disciplines (e.g., Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Integration & Test, Operations & Sustainment) + Conduct trade studies and analysis for ongoing and future C2BMC development efforts + Maintain the ART's software architecture artifacts + Manage the development of the ART software design + Assess the consequences and effects of proposed architectural adjustments to the software baselines + Analyze system performance by quantifying results, identifying bottlenecks, and measuring throughput + Conduct support briefings, presentations, and demonstrations for customers + Assist in analyzing, designing, and implementing cyber requirements in the software + Collaborating with other program architects to implement enterprise architecture goals and guidance + Effective communicator able to connect engineering teams, customer and program leadership, and individual contributors to develop solutions + Experience mentoring and educating fellow engineers + Creative problem solver capable of finding solutions within technical and programmatic constraints + Experience conducting trade studies and analysis across software engineering disciplines + Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, be able to work independently, and be willing to work in a highly dynamic environment while representing C2BMC at the highest levels of the MDA/BC customer + Understanding modern software architecture paradigms, such as event-driven and service-oriented architecture + ·Knowledge and experience with virtualization, containerization, and orchestration + ·Ability to implement automation and **CI/CD** pipelines to enforce standards, enhance quality, and ensure test repeatability + ·Must be a self-starter capable of initiating research and clearly documenting results. + ·Occasional travel may be necessary **Basic Qualifications:** Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable. + A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university is preferred, along with 12 years of experience; or a Master's degree (preferred) in a related field with 10 years of relevant work experience; or a PhD in a related discipline with 8 years of relevant work experience + Applicants must have a current, active DoD 8140 certification at **IAT Level II or higher** (such as Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, CND, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract period + Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued **Secret** security clearance at the time of application, with the ability to be cleared to TS/SCI clearance + Must have experience in software engineering and architecture on large software systems, including: + Experience in developing software architecture and design for large-scale distributed systems that enable scalability, extensibility, maintainability, and reliability + Experience in performing logical and physical modeling + Experience with **Java** programming and developing software across the entire software lifecycle + Familiarity with Information Assurance **(IA** ) and Cybersecurity principles, static and dynamic security assessment tools (e.g., **SonarQube, OWASP ZAP** ), Secure Technical Implementation Guides ( **STIGs** ), and secure system architecture **Preferred Qualifications:** + Previous experience with missile defense and command & control systems highly preferred + Experience with Test Driven Design (TDD) methodology is highly preferred + Architectural development and coordination, establishing the relationships between internal and external components + Communicating architectural intent and constraints to a diverse group of customers, developers, engineers, subject matter experts, and users **What We Can Offer You:** Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth, supporting both employees and the company's success. The benefits offered at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to choose options that best fit your needs and those of your family. Your benefits will include the following: · Health Plan · Savings Plan · Paid Time Off · Education Assistance · Training and Development · Flexible Work Arrangements \#NGSpace \#COSpace \#NGFeaturedJobs \#C2BMC **Additional Northrop Grumman Information:** Primary Level Salary Range: $169,000.00 - $253,600.00 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. 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