Software Engineer with Security Clearance

• Company: Northrop Grumman
• Location: 9975 Federal Drive, Colorado Springs, CO
• Duration: long term, ongoing contract – we are a direct sub to the C2BMC program
• Clearance: Secret, will hold Top Secret if you have it
• Program – C2BMC "Position Responsibilities

This position is for a Software Engineer on the C2BMC program. The candidate will be responsible for software development in the Java language for one of the Regional Applications teams in Colorado Springs (User Interface, Enterprise Services, RA-An). Under minimal direction, provides specialized expertise across multiple systems and software disciplines, as well as general knowledge of related disciplines, application implications, and customer areas. Responsible for performing in-depth analysis and technical support of systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user support. Maintains currency, debugs, and configures related software products. Works from specifications to develop or modify operating systems applications. Assists with program design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation. Interfaces with other system support groups to resolve problems, set standards, and improve the overall efficiency of the operating system. Designs, codes, tests, and implements tools for operations automation. Works on most phases of software systems programming applications, and may require minor instruction and guidance in other phases. A leadership position on small, software-focused teams may be required.

Basic Qualifications
Generally has 5+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline. Experience in at least one object-oriented programming language (e.g., Java, C#, C++, Python, etc.). Experience with software integration and formal testing. Strong understanding of software development best practices and the ability to apply them in a multi-team environment. Excellent problem-solving skills with a proven track record of root cause analysis and issue resolution.

Proven ability to mentor and motivate junior engineers, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning and drives the team toward shared success. Candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills and an ability to work effectively in a rapid-paced, team environment.

Preferred Qualifications
Strong background supporting software engineering on DoD programs. Experience with command and control (C2) system application development. Experience with Agile software development methodologies. Experience presenting complex concepts to non-software engineers, including senior program leadership, government representatives, and military leaders. Willingness to take on unanticipated tasking. Understanding of standard system engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams.

Strong knowledge of Atlassian tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) to support Agile software development teams. Technical Skills Required
Software engineering and software development with strong Java/J2EE experience. 7+ years of experience with an advanced degree, 9+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree. The candidate will have experience and knowledge of software practices, including coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines, and configuration management.

• Candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills and an ability to work effectively in a rapid-paced, team environment. Required technical skills:
• Experience developing enterprise applications on Linux (Windows experience also desired)
• Extensive Experience with Java foundation classes and toolkits.
• Small team leadership experience (Agile team leadership strongly desired); mentoring and guiding junior engineers -Knowledge of server side/database development, computer system administration; Net-centric, horizontal integration program expertise is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to review performance and operational issues, identify root cause, recommend, design, and implement a solution. Other required technical skills include: - use of common software development and management tools such as Maven, git/github, Nexus, and Eclipse - experience with agile development methodologies - understanding of standard system engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams Education Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, engineering, or related field from an accredited college. For non-computer science majors, prefer a comp-sci minor."