Associate Software Engineer (BM/SRM) (26-464)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: No 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 an NG-Only : Associate Software Engineer (BM/SRM) (26-464) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Based in Huntsville, AL, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the 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 key component of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables senior national and military leaders to: Plan ballistic missile defense operations systematically Collectively monitor the battle Dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems Achieve global and regional missile defense mission goals C2BMC supports layered missile defense by networking and synchronizing autonomous sensors and weapon systems to improve performance. It is essential for ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate current and future missile defense capabilities. As a member of the Battle Management/Sensor Resource Management (BM/SRM) Product Team within C2BMC Regional Applications (RA), this Software Engineer will directly contribute to the development, optimization, and sustainment of Java-based software applications supporting this critical mission. Essential Functions: In this role, you will: Develop and maintain Java-based software applications using object-oriented design principles to support BM/SRM mission capabilities Implement basic software enhancements and features by translating designs and requirements into well-structured, maintainable Java code Support existing Java application functions, including troubleshooting and resolving software issues identified during integration and testing Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to improve code quality and ensure consistency with team standards Create, execute, and maintain unit and other automated tests to verify application behavior and support regression testing Assist with software integration and system-level testing to verify that changes meet defined requirements and performance expectations Collaborate with a small, agile development team to evaluate software behavior and implement simple, robust solutions Participate in Agile planning and execution (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives) and adhere to established development processes, coding standards, and configuration management practices This position offers the opportunity to deepen technical expertise in mission-critical software and to work closely with experienced engineers in a highly collaborative environment. 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, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university; or a Master’s degree in a related field Applicants must have a current, active in-scope Government-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start Experience developing Java-based software applications using o bject-oriented design principles Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently investigate complex software issues and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams Knowledge of modern software engineering practices such as: Coding standards, Automated testing, Automated build pipelines, Configuration management Ability to work on-site in Huntsville, AL (HSV) Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document technical work and collaborate effectively across engineering disciplines Willingness to travel occasionally as required by program needs Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with common software development and management tools such as: undefined Knowledge of Agile development methodologies and experience with Agile teams Demonstrated a willingness to take on unexpected tasks and adapt to changing technical and program needs What We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment that encourages your growth, benefiting both employees and the company. The benefits are flexible and customizable, enabling you to choose options that suit your individual and family needs. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan Savings Plan Paid Time Off Education Assistance Training and Development Flexible Work Arrangements https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx #NGSpace #COSpace #NGFeaturedJobs #C2BMC #SoftwareEngineering Primary Level Salary Range: $72,700.00 - $109,100.00 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. 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.