Requirements
Must have:
- Bachelors Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of relevant experience, or a Masters Degree and 3 years of pertinent experience, or 1 year of experience with a PhD for Level 3 - Bachelors Degree in a STEM discipline preferred from an accredited university and 8 years of relevant experience, or a Masters Degree and 6 years of related experience, or 4 years of experience with a PhD for Level 4 - Recent experience in software development using C++, Java, or Ada - Willingness to gain proficiency in Ada software development - Strong communication abilities - Critical thinking skills to effectively capture ideas in work products and discussions - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams - Capability to function in an in-person/closed-area work environment - Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time - Must possess a current, active, in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application
Responsibilities:
- Support the Ground Weapons System (GWS) program as an individual contributor on the Ground Fire Control (GFC) product - Understand, implement, and test existing and new capabilities and algorithms that rely on complex mathematics and physics-based solutions for GWS capabilities - Collaborate with the GFC team in writing software for the missile defense system, which currently includes 1.5 million lines of code - Adapt to a fast-paced work environment with diverse tasks and collaborate with team members of varying experience levels
Company:
At Northrop Grumman, we provide exceptional opportunities for our employees to engage in groundbreaking systems that enhance lives globally. We pride ourselves on a culture that values creativity, inclusion, and the spirit of innovation, encouraging our team to tackle challenging endeavors while enjoying the process. The position is available in Huntsville, AL, and is contingent upon contract award and funding.
We offer competitive salaries based on individual qualifications and experience, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and annual bonuses.
Northrop Grumman