Ground Mission Data Processing (MDP) Senior/Principal Software Engineer

Key Skills

Java Programming, Analytical and Problem solving, Leadership, Python Programming, C++, SQL, Agile methodologies, DevSecOps, Linux Operating system, Objective-C, Red Hat Enterprise Linux - RHEL

Job 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.

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.

The Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. Does this sound like you?

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself! Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!

Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.

We have an opening for either a Ground Mission Data Processing (MDP) Principal Software Engineer or a Ground Mission Data Processing (MDP) Senior Principal Software Engineer to join our qualified, diverse team. We are seeking a team member who wants to solve interesting, complex problems to help protect our nation. We are a trusted mission payload and ground system provider with extensive experience providing end-to-end mission solutions from concept through operations and support. The team you will support is located at our Space Park campus in Redondo Beach, CA.

What you’ll get to do?

As a Mission Data Processing (MDP) Software Engineer on this team, you will support a very fast-moving team to help design, model and develop the ground system for the Space Development Agency’s (SDA) low earth orbit constellation for SDA’s Tranche 1 constellation. The constellation is a mesh network of 126 optically-interconnected SVs that will provide a resilient, low-latency, high-volume data transport communications system that will be launched starting in September 2024. SDA’s vision is to deliver a minimum viable product on time, every two years to the warfighter by employing spiral development methods.

Tranche One Tracking Layer (T1TRK) is part of an ambitious space architecture to bring next-generation communications capabilities to the warfighter around the globe. This program builds upon existing Transport Layer capabilities to perform OPIR tracking missions for the DoD. You will join an integrated, agile team to expand the Tranche One Ground System portfolio on an aggressive schedule. If you want to rapidly grow a broad spectrum of skills and experiences in space ground systems, come join us.

Core Responsibilities:

• Designs, develops, documents, tests and debugs applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions
• Conducts multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software
• Determines computer user needs; analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls; prepares operating instructions; designs and develops compilers and assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems
• Ensures software standards are met
• This requisition may be filled at either a Ground Mission Data Processing (MDP) Principal Software Engineer level or a Ground Mission Data Processing (MDP) Senior Principal Software Engineer level

Basic Qualifications for Ground Mission Data Processing (MDP) Principal Software Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related engineering experience, or a Master’s degree with 3 years of related engineering experience
• Proficiency in Object-Oriented software design and Java, C++, and Python
• Experience with Agile and DevSecOps methodologies
• Experience in Linux operating systems
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI Clearance

Basic Qualifications for Ground Mission Data Processing (MDP) Senior Principal Software Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree with 9 years of related engineering experience, or a Master’s degree with 7 years of related engineering experience
• Proficiency in Object-Oriented software design and Java, C++, and Python
• Experience leading a team of software engineers in software development deliverables and processes
• Experience with Agile and DevSecOps methodologies
• Familiarity with Software defined networks
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• STEM degree
• Experience working with internal and external customers
• Previous software experience working in a C++/RHEL environment
• Experience with Satellite Systems and/or Command and Control
• Experience with Mission Planning
• Experience with Mission Processing
• Experience with Agile development, DevSecOps, and continuous integration and test
• Demonstrated ability to implement process improvements, streamline activities, and develop efficiencies
• 5+ years of experience performing as a CAM managing cost, schedule, and technical teams
• Demonstrated leadership skills in a challenging work environment
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills