Sentinel Principal / Sr Principal Software Engineer - 16877*

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available\n\nCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes\n\nCLEARANCE TYPE: Secret\n\nTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time\n\n## Description\n\nAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people\u0027s 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\u0027s 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 \u2014 and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they\u0027re making history.\n\nNorthrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal / Sr Principal Software Engineer. This position will be located in Roy, UT or Huntsville, AL and will support the Sentinel Program.\n\nWhat you\u2019ll get to do\n\n\u2022 Python proficiency \u2013 writing clean, testable code; familiarity with virtual environments, packaging, and type hints\n\n\u2022 Real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal development basics\n\n\u2022 Hardware description/validation tools \u2013 Oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, power supplies, test rigs\n\n\u2022 Version control \u2013 Git (branching, sub-modules, pull-request workflow)\n\n\u2022 Using communication protocols (Modbus, MQTT, OPC?UA) to bridge software services and devices\n\nTesting \u0026 Validation\n\n\u2022 Unit/Component testing \u2013 pytest, unittest, hypothesis for pure-Python modules\n\n\u2022 Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing \u2013 automated scripts that program devices, run stimulus, capture response, and assert results\n\n\u2022 System-level testing \u2013 Robot Framework, TestStand, or custom Python harnesses that coordinate multiple subsystems\n\nDevOps \u0026 Deployment\n\n\u2022 Containerizing test environments (Docker) for simulation and host-side tools\n\n\u2022 Managing artifact repositories for firmware binaries (Artifactory, Nexus)\n\nMethodologies\n\n\u2022 Agile/Scrum or Kanban for cross-functional teams\n\nSoft Skills\n\n\u2022 Strong analytical debugging \u2013 ability to trace issues from software logs down to signal integrity on a PCB\n\n\u2022 Clear communication with Software Engineers\n\n\u2022 Documentation discipline \u2013test procedures, and release notes\n\nPosition Benefits:\n\nAs a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: \n\n\u2022 Medical, Dental \u0026 Vision coverage \n\n\u2022 401k \n\n\u2022 Educational Assistance \n\n\u2022 Life Insurance \n\n\u2022 Employee Assistance Programs \u0026 Work/Life Solutions \n\n\u2022 Paid Time Off \n\n\u2022 Health \u0026 Wellness Resources \n\n\u2022 Employee Discounts \n\nThis positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.\n\nBasic Qualifications:\n\n\u2022 T03- Bachelors in Science with 5 years of experience, Masters in Science with 3 years of experience, PhD with 1 years of experience or 04 additional years in lieu of a degree.\n\n\u2022 T04 Sr. Principal Software Test Engineer- Bachelors in Science with 8 years of experience, Masters in Science with 6 years of experience, PhD with 4 years of experience or 04 additional years in lieu of a degree.\n\n\u2022 Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need\n\n\u2022 Experience with Agile and working in a cross-function Scrum team.\n\nExperience with IBM Rational tool suite (DOORS and Jazz)\n\n\u2022 Experience using software test automation tools/frameworks\n\n\u2022 Experience with code analysis tools\n\n\u2022 Experience developing ICDs and defining interfaces in an MBSE environment\n\n\u2022 Familiarity with CSSAM / RVAM Governance\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\nResponsible for development and execution of automated and manual test cases to verify functional software requirements.\n\nThis will include the following activities:\n\n\u2022 Assist in the design, development, and implementation of testing methods and equipment.\n\n\u2022 Test planning, execution, reporting, and integration support.\n\n\u2022 Prepare detailed test reports and support formal verification of the system.\n\n\u2022 Compile data and define changes required in test equipment, test procedures, or new test requirements.\n\n\u2022 Perform data analysis against requirements and interfaces for each software build or hardware component.\n\n\u2022 Interface with software developers and systems engineers in support of verification.\n\n\u2022 Product integration, regression, and verification testing including checkout in software test labs.\n\n\u2022 Understanding of the software development lifecycle and agile development methodology, RVAM skills/experience\n\n#Sentinelsoftware\n\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $163,200.00\n\nSecondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $203,600.00\n\nThe 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\u0027s experience, education, skills and current market conditions.\n\nDepending 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.\n\nThe 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.\n\nNorthrop 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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.\n