Sentinel Principal / Sr Principal Software Engineer - 16877*

Northrop Grumman

Roy, Utah, United States
Base: $98,400.00 - $203,600.00; bonus: discretiona...
Hybrid
Python proficiency with clean testable code
Active us government dod secret security clearance
Experience with agile and cross-functional scrum teams
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Software Engineer for the Sentinel Program, requiring expertise in Python and real-time operating systems, along with an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance. The role is located in Roy, Utah, or Huntsville, Alabama, and offers a robust benefits package, including a 9/80 work schedule that allows for every other Friday off

Job Summary

  • This role supports the Sentinel Program at Northrop Grumman Defense Systems in Roy, UT or Huntsville, AL.
  • Candidates will be responsible for developing automated test cases, performing hardware-in-the-loop testing, and ensuring system-level verification.
  • The position offers a robust benefits package including medical coverage, 401k, and a 9/80 work schedule allowing every other Friday off.

Matching Summary

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Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal/Sr Principal Software Engineer for the Sentinel Program, requiring expertise in Python and real-time operating systems, along with an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance. The role is located in Roy, Utah, or Huntsville, Alabama, and offers a robust benefits package, including a 9/80 work schedule that allows for every other Friday off.

Salary

Base: $98,400.00 - $203,600.00; Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus available; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Python proficiency with clean testable code
  • Active US Government DoD Secret security clearance
  • Experience with Agile and cross-functional Scrum teams
  • Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing expertise
  • Familiarity with real-time operating systems or bare-metal development

Nice-to-have

  • Strong analytical debugging skills from logs to PCB signals
  • Clear communication with software engineers
  • Documentation discipline for test procedures
  • Intellectual curiosity and pioneering spirit
  • Experience with IBM Rational tool suite

Key Requirements

  • Active US Government DoD Secret security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree with 5+ years experience or equivalent
  • Masters degree with 3+ years experience or equivalent
  • PhD with 1+ year experience or equivalent
  • Experience with software test automation tools and frameworks

Work Rights

Must have active US Government DoD Secret security clearance

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