Staff Software Engineer - (Alice Springs Australia) Requisition ID: R10155989 Location: Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia Clearance Type: Polygraph Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position Shift: Any (United States of America) Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available Positions Available: 1 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. Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for launch systems capabilities serving national security, military, civil and commercial customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.
Northrop Grumman, Strategic Space Systems Division is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to become a member of the Rushmore Operations team, reporting directly to the Chief Operations Engineer, and working as part of an integrated and globally disperse team. The position requires a flexible work schedule driven by system and operational requirements, and is located at a filed site in Alice Springs, Australia.
This role requires a two (2) year commitment and the ability to successfully pass a physical and psychological exam. A comprehensive overseas compensation package is offered with this position including relocation assistance. This role requires the ability to work odd and/or extended hours covering a 24/7 period and periodic 12-hour shifts. Role Description: Staff Software Engineer supports the Chief Operations Engineer with planning and execution of operational efficiencies, process improvements, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) directed by the customer. This individual will perform a diverse set of tasks in support of real-time operations and operations development. Job responsibilities include:
Support execution of an operational DevOps vision through integration and system automation to facilitate continuous build, continuous integration, continuous test, and continuous deployment pipeline
Support planning, integration, and checkout efforts for Ground Element Modernization installation
Technical support to a cross-site team responsible for software baseline management and anomaly resolution
Be the technical liaison to the Chief Operations Engineer and serve as technical expert on cross-site operational engineering review boards
Successfully complete and maintain an initial Systems Controller certification while supporting a minimum requirement of real-time operations shifts per quarter
Provide and lead 24x7 on-call anomaly support and resolution activities
Regularly take a leadership role in providing insight and knowledge transfer to others on internal and external technical solutions to solve complex problems
Review and support factory design working groups and future systems development activities for impacts to system operability
Interface with government customers and factory specialists in technical exchanges and question answering forums
Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline plus 14 years of technical/engineering experience OR a Masters Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline plus 12 years of technical/engineering experience OR a PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline plus 9 years of technical/engineering experience .
Must have a strong understanding of the software development life cycle
Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance, SCI access and complete a counterintelligence polygraph examination prior to start date Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading design, test, and integration of engineering processes on complex systems
Experience with Agile methodology and processes
Experience with build tools and configuration of pipeline jobs in a CI/CD orchestration using tools such as Jenkins
Strong oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated experience with high value customer presentations
Ability to collaborate and achieve consensus when dealing with groups from diverse organizations and backgrounds
Current active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Salary Range: $150,000 - $225,000
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.
Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future.Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off.Did you know?Northrop Grumman leads the industry team for NASA's James Webb Space Telescope, the largest, most complex and powerful space telescope ever built. Launched in December 2021, the telescope incorporates innovative design, advanced technology, and groundbreaking engineering, and will fundamentally alter our understanding of the universe.
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