Software Engineer / Developer 4
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: April 4, 2026
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Job Description:
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. Job
Description Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push
the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and
cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start
contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing
real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take
pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to
grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With
our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right
opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, Missile
Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career
opportunity for a Software Engineer supporting an Internal Research
and Development (IRAD) to join our team of qualified, diverse, and
innovative individuals located in Huntsville, AL. As a software
developer on an Internal Research and Development (IRAD) team. You
will work in a collaborative environment to understand system
requirements, create and implement new capabilities and algorithms.
Many of the algorithms and capabilities implemented by the team
will be mathematics and physics intensive complex solutions that
will be highly critical to the system performance. In addition to
software development you will also be expected to support reviews
of requirements and test cases that are developed for the software
capability. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in STEM related
field, and 8 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree with
6 years of related experience, or 4 years of related experience
with a PhD. Applicants must have a current, active in-scope
DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application,
which is required to start Recent and extensive Experience
Developing Software in C++ or Java Quick to learn and absorb new
concepts and information Recent MATLAB and or Python Experience
Must have an Interim or Active Secret Clearance Unix/Linux
Operating System Experience Must be able to support an in-person /
closed-area work environment Preferred Qualifications: Highly
experienced with Linux, scripting, and operations Experience with
automated software requirements testing and analysis Experience
with the battle management and or fire control systems Experience
with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and
container orchestration. Experience with Behavior Driven
Development (BDD) using tools like Gherkin and Cucumber for
automated acceptance testing Experience with Static & Dynamic Code
Analysis Tools and Fuzzing Tools such as: Coverity, Fortify, AND/OR
SonarQube Experience developing software in an Model Based Systems
Engineering (MBSE) environment. Experience with CI/CD, containers,
and pipelines. Experience with Software Change Control, Change
Management, Code Quality, Static Analysis, and CI/CD tools such as:
Atlassian tool suite, Jira, GitHub, GitLab, SonarQube, Coverity,
and Jenkins. Very solid background in math and physics Advanced
degree in Mathematics or Physics or Computer Science 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 suit your needs and those of your
family. Your benefits 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 ALSpace NGFeaturedJobs IRAD Primary Level Salary Range:
$135,800.00 - $203,600.00 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. 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.
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