{"id":1155845,"url":"https://alion.io/job/northrop-grumman-r10251590-software-engineer-26-420-space-aht","title":"R10251590 Software Engineer (26-420) Space AHT","company":{"id":12494,"name":"Northrop Grumman","domain":"northropgrumman.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/northropgrumman","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":86,"open_postings":303,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.739,"repost_share":0.01,"time_to_fill_p50_days":14,"computed_at":"2026-09-24T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Backend","role_family":"Backend","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"explicit","locations":["Huntsville, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":87600,"max":131400,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":131400},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":6,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Agile","optional":false},{"name":"C++","optional":false},{"name":"CI/CD","optional":false},{"name":"Java","optional":false},{"name":"Git","optional":true},{"name":"GitHub","optional":true},{"name":"Maven","optional":true},{"name":"Windows","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-23T21:26:52Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-23","last_verified_at":"2026-09-24T08:10:01Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription\nAt 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.Northrop Grumman Space Systems-Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Software Engineer (26-420) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Based in Huntsville, AL, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels.\nThis position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.\nPosition Overview:\nThe Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key component of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan ballistic missile defense operations systematically, collectively monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals.\nC2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It serves as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations, both globally and regionally, to improve performance. C2BMC is essential for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of missile defense systems.\nWe are seeking a Software Engineer to join one of the C2BMC Regional Applications teams in Huntsville, AL, with potential focus areas that include BM/SRM, Track Server, or System Architecture.\nEssential Functions:\nIn this role, you will:\nDesign, develop, and maintain software in Java/J2EE (and other object-oriented technologies as appropriate) to support Regional Applications within the C2BMC program\nWork within an Agile team environment to implement new features, enhance existing capabilities, and resolve complex problems in support of operational missile defense missions\nTranslate requirements and systems engineering artifacts-including Use Cases and SysML diagrams-into robust, maintainable software components\nApply and adhere to established software engineering practices, including:\nCoding standards and code reviews\nAutomated testing (unit, integration, and/or system tests)\nAutomated build pipelines and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD)\nConfiguration management and version control\nParticipate in the full software development lifecycle: analysis, design, implementation, integration, test, and deployment\nPerform analysis and provide technical support for systems software products, including complex problem resolution and performance optimization\nDebug, troubleshoot, and configure software in development, integration, and operational environments\nWork from specifications to develop or modify operating system-level applications and services supporting C2BMC\nCollaborate closely with other system support groups, including systems engineering, integration, test, and operations, to resolve issues and improve overall system efficiency and reliability\nPrepare and maintain technical documentation, including design descriptions, test plans, test results, and user support materials\nSupport user inquiries and provide technical expertise to sustain and improve fielded mission capabilities\nContribute to continuous improvement of team processes, tools, and practices to increase quality, resiliency, and delivery speed\nBasic Qualifications:\nPlease list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.\nA Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 2 years of experience; or a Master’s degree in a related field with 1 year of relevant work experience; or 6 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree\nApplicants must have a current, active in-scope Government-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start\nUnderstanding of software engineering and software development, with experience in Java/J2EE or another object-oriented (OO) language (additional experience with C++ is also desired)\nKnowledge of modern software practices such as:Coding standards and peer reviews\nAutomated testing (e.g., unit and integration tests)\nAutomated build pipelines and CI/CD\nConfiguration management and version control\n\nAbility to work effectively in a rapidly collaborative team environment\nStrong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders\nUnderstanding standard systems engineering design artifacts, such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams, and how they drive software design and implementation\nWillingness to travel up to 10% of the time for business needs, if required by the program\nPreferred Qualifications:\nCandidates with these additional qualifications will be especially competitive:\nKnowledge of Agile software development methodologies and experience working on Agile teams\nExperience developing and maintaining enterprise applications on Linux-based systems (Windows experience also desired)\nFamiliarity with DevSecOps concepts, practices, and/or build and release management\nWillingness to take on unanticipated tasking and learn new technologies or domains as needed to support mission objectives\nHands-on experience with common software development and management tools, such as:\nMaven or similar build tools\n\nGit/GitHub or other distributed version control systems\n\nNexus or comparable artifact repository managers\n\n Eclipse or similar integrated development environments (IDEs)\n\nExperience developing, integrating, or sustaining software in large, complex, distributed systems\nPrior experience on the C2BMC program or with missile defense, command and control, or other Department of Defense (DoD) systems\nWhat We Can Offer You:\nNorthrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment that encourages your growth, benefiting both employees and the company. The benefits are flexible and customizable, enabling you to choose options that suit your individual and family needs. Your benefits will include the following:\nHealth Plan\nSavings Plan\nPaid Time Off\nEducation Assistance\nTraining and Development\nFlexible Work Arrangements\nhttps://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx\n#CI/CD\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $87,600.00 - $131,400.00The 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. 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