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 peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration provides an excellent opportunity for a Staff Engineer Systems Architect – BM/SRM Software Developer/Architect (25-537) to join our team of talented and diverse professionals. Based in Huntsville, AL, this role is essential 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 an essential part of the Missile Defense System. It provides a critical operational platform that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and tactical levels to systematically plan missile defense operations, monitor battle progress, and actively control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC offers a layered missile defense capability, delivering an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It functions as a force multiplier by connecting, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations both worldwide and locally to improve overall performance. Additionally, C2BMC is a key component of all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the missile defense systems current and future capabilities.

We are seeking a highly motivated and seasoned Staff Engineer Systems Architect to lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge system architectures for a mission-critical DoD program. You will be responsible for overseeing the development of integrated solutions that leverage advanced software technologies and meet stringent operational requirements. This position offers opportunities to lead technical efforts, apply transformative engineering practices, and work closely with cross-functional teams in a collaborative, innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a Systems Architect for a complex Command and Control DoD program.

• Architect systems that integrate Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) components to meet program demands, ensuring DoD interoperability standards are met

• Lead cross-disciplinary teams to identify and develop system capabilities, ensuring accurate and timely communication to software developers, engineers, stakeholders, and end users

• Generate and manage system engineering and architecture artifacts, such as specifications, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), use cases, system architecture designs, and trade studies

• Spearhead technical problem-solving efforts, including root cause analysis and solutions during system testing

• Provide technical leadership for product infrastructure development, including management of BM/SRM software to ensure effective communication across system components

• Translate system and stakeholder requirements into actionable technical architectures and development strategies

• Present architecture solutions, technical overviews, and design approaches to DoD stakeholders at Customer Design Reviews and other technical briefings

• Experience leading efforts requiring interdisciplinary collaboration, working with tools for Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) such as Cameo Systems Modeler

• Working knowledge of system integration in distributed systems, with familiarity in cloud solutions like VMWare, Nutanix, and RedHat

• Familiarity with DoD Cybersecurity requirements and frameworks, including knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and solutions for ensuring secure system architectures

• Experience implementing Digital Engineering Transformation (DET) methodologies and applying DevSecOps pipelines to systems development

• Proven expertise in managing and converting large systems into containerized architectures and services using tools like Docker and Kubernetes (or equivalent)

• Proficiency and hands-on experience using modern requirements management tools, such as DOORS or similar platforms

• Hands-on knowledge of high-reliability, scalable software application management and system optimization techniques

• Demonstrated ability to design and implement solutions for automated regression testing environments to support system or software lifecycle validation

• Familiarity with integration and operational use of Link 16 or similar tactical datalink systems

Basic Qualifications:

Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in STEM Computer Science, Systems Engineering, 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 STEM-related field with 10 years of relevant work experience; or PhD in a related discipline with 8 years of relevant work experience

• Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start

• Willing to travel up to 10 for business purposes

• 9+ years of experience in systems engineering, architecture, or related fields working with DoD or high-priority technical programs

• Proficiency in software development languages, such as Java, C++, and Python. Strong experience in using tools like Eclipse, Jenkins, and Git for software development cycles

• Expertise in Agile development, including experience with Scrum frameworks, managing two-week Sprints and three-month Iterations, or similar methodologies

• Demonstrated ability to manage and support BM/SRM applications, including tasks such as starting, stopping, and ensuring communication between application blades

• Experience with Automated Testing frameworks, pipelines, and software quality assurance processes

• Proven ability to develop system engineering artifacts like system requirements, specifications, ICDs, and architecture designs

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a track record of solving complex system-level challenges

• Experience working in an integrated team environment, collaborating across systems, software, and specialty engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Systems Engineering

• Graduate Certificate: Model-Based Systems Engineering (Ex, Stevens, Caltech, UCSD, USC, GWU, INCOSE cohort, etc.)

• Certification: INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) Certification

• Certification: Object Management Group Certified Systems Modeling Professional - Model Builder Intermediate (OCSMP - MBI)

• In-depth knowledge of automated build pipelines, CI/CD pipelines, and tools such as Jenkins or GitLab pipelines

• Familiarity with Private Cloud implementations, with application in defense or aerospace environments

• Experience working with large-scale DoD systems in Missile Defense or Space domains, with an understanding of system-level integration complexities

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that supports your growth and both employees and the companys success. The benefits offered at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, enabling you to choose options that best meet 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

https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx

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Additional Northrop Grumman Information:

Primary Level Salary Range: $163,200.00 - $244,800.00

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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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.