Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems is currently seeking a Senior Principal Engineer Software (DevOps Engineer) to join the team. This position will be based Melbourne, FL.
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.
The DevOps Engineer Software is expected to be a highly motivated self-starter that has an interest in working in building capabilities to support data flow between products. Software application integration requires in-depth technical knowledge on creating the ability for independently built software systems to work together without manual intervention to encourage a flexible exchange of data between applications. This leads to increased efficiency, and opportunities for reuse. Requires knowledge of scripting languages within application program interfaces such as Java and Python to implement. Works with Integrated Product Teams to complete tasks relating to defining integration requirements, understanding program deliverables, and supporting development, deployment, and sustainment of program integrations across all networks. Independently determines and develops approaches to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Is self-motivated, works well with teams in collaborative environments.
Essential Functions:
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 uses needs; analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and control
Designs and develops compilers and assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems
Ensures software standards are met
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs
Responsibilities:
Ensure seamless data flow between various software tools.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand integration requirements.
Maintain and enhance existing integrations to improve performance and reliability.
Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues in a timely manner.
Document integration processes and provide training to team members.
Familiarity with tool API exploitation of Atlassian tools, Cameo, and Ansys simulation tools.
Contingency: Position is contingent upon ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret Clearance, can start with interim.
Basic Qualifications:
(Sr. Principal Engineer) Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 8 or more years of experience in software engineering OR a Master’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 6 or more years of experience in software engineering OR a PHD in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 4 or more years of experience in software engineering or additional years of experience (military or commercial) in the software engineering field may be considered in lieu of degree.
Strong understanding of APIs and data exchange protocols.
Software development experience in C/C++, Python, and other OOP languages
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Experience in Design, Develop, Test, and Implement software tool integrations using APIs.
Able to obtain and maintain DoD Top Secret clearance (Interim required to start)
Jenkins administrative experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.
Knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
Strong understanding of networking and security principles.
Experience with integrating software and hardware
An active, In-scope DoD Secret or Top Secret security clearance