Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Launch and Missile Defense Systems presents an excellent opportunity for an Integration Test Engineer – SW Integration & Test Engineer (25-366) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Based in Colorado Springs, CO, this role is vital 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 an important 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 acts 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 critical component of all ground and flight tests that validate and demonstrate the missile defense system's current and future capabilities.
This position offers hands-on experience supporting the information technology team by providing essential maintenance for software development and related laboratory environments supporting the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program. C2BMC is the integrating component of the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS).
Essential Functions:
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, Information Technology, Engineering, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university is preferred, along with 2 years of experience; or a Master’s degree in a related field with 0 years of relevant work experience; or 6 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree
Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
Experience with any of these Information Technology disciplines:
Operating systems
Windows
Linux and/or Unix
Hardware and software systems
Software development
Application development
Data management
Cybersecurity
Network administration
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates with an active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (e.g., Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA) are strongly preferred at the time of application. If such certification is not held, it must be obtained within 40 days of the start date. The selected candidate will be responsible for securing and maintaining their DoD 8140 certification. Candidates who fail to obtain the prescribed certification within 40 days will be evaluated for removal.
Experience with Java, R, MATLAB, HTML, C++, and software development is a plus.
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a workplace that supports your growth and both employees and the company's success. The benefits provided by Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to select options that best suit 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
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Additional Northrop Grumman Information:
Primary Level Salary Range: $67,200.00 - $100,800.00The 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.