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Northrop Grumman · 12 hours ago

Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineering

Dulles, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$92K/yr - $171K/yr

3+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company, seeking innovative team members to work on revolutionary systems. The role focuses on the development, integration, deployment, and sustainment of satellite ground software, requiring a Top Secret clearance and expertise in software development.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Full stack development at the OS, platform, and mission unique software layer

Developing client and server applications and services using service or object-oriented architectures, message bus-based data exchange that include first-of-a-kind capabilities

Applications will span languages and toolsets including Python, C++, Postgres, Ansible, cloud infrastructure provisioning, PKI, and static code analysis execution and finding remediation

Developer will be expected to be a self-starter capable of making decisions with overall project budget and schedule in mind

Support Operations ground software and associated configurations. This will involve troubleshooting both software errors and hardware affecting the operation of ground software

Support Acceptance Test events, including running tests

Test Automation

Configuration of ground segment software

Resolution and remediation of software defects

Software Enhancements as directed by customer change requests or mission needs

Ground software support during launch and launch rehearsal events

Support the installation of new ground segment software in operational, development and test environments

Qualification

PythonC++Software DevelopmentBash ScriptingSpacecraft Command & ControlMission PlanningSpace Situational AwarenessCustomer CommunicationSolution Definition

Required

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (ideally Computer Science or Engineering) and 5 years of experience; OR a master's degree and 3 years; OR a PhD and 0 years. Experience can be considered in lieu of degree

Demonstrated software development experience

Python application development, C++, Bash Scripting experience

U.S. Citizenship with a current or active Top-Secret clearance at the time of application

Preferred

In‑depth knowledge of one or more of the following areas: Spacecraft Command & Control, Mission Planning, and Space Situational Awareness

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with proven ability to engage stakeholders at all organizational levels and work directly with customers to elicit, clarify, and validate mission requirements

Demonstrated experience conducting trade studies, selecting appropriate software or hardware solutions, and presenting clear, evidence‑based arguments that illustrate why our offering best satisfies the customer's objectives and should be chosen for the project