Information Technology - Engineer Software 3

Required: Top Secret/SCI security clearance. W2 - USC Position : Information Technology - Engineer Software 3 Location : Boulder, CO- Onsite Duration : 06 Months Contract Job Summary: Job Description: 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, but they’re also making history. The Launch and Missile Defense Systems division within Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Level 3 Software Engineer to join the Template Kinematic Estimation Library (TKEL) team. Our domain provides rewarding work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the missile defense industry. TKEL aims to provide a common and extensible mission data processing framework that accelerates new multi-int fusion programs. The position is in Boulder, CO. Boulder is nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, and only 25 miles from downtown Denver. Position Overview: As a Level 3 Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, documentation, testing, deployment, and debugging of software applications. This includes researching, identifying, and implementing solutions to complex, multi-disciplinary software problems. Essential Functions: Work with algorithm engineers to design and implement algorithms that are both performant and extensible to new mission areas (e.g. OPIR, Radar) and platforms (e.g. x86, ARM, cloud) Integration of capabilities into new and existing programs Software development using Agile Methodology Utilizing Jira to document bugs and enhancements Software engineering support for multi-language (Modern C++, Python, and Java) and complex software systems Enhance usability, performance, and maintainability of systems via analysis and bug fixes Coordinate, integrate, and resolve defects in conjunction with the test team Preparation of software documentation and models Seeking candidates who find satisfaction in working on challenging and diverse assignments in collaborative settings across all levels. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years’ experience, or a PhD and 0 years of experience. Linux experience C/C++ proficiency Object Oriented Programing (OOP) experience Configuration management software experience (i.e. Git, etc.) Containerization and cloud experience Ability and willingness to travel up-to 10% to support business needs Applicants must have a current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD issued Secret security clearance at the time of application which is required to start; with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance. Preferred Qualifications: OO design pattern and modern data structure experience Configuration management software experience (i.e. Git, etc.) Software development and troubleshooting in a team environment Legacy software and modernization effort experience C++ Template Metaprogramming Java, Python, and shell scripting language experience Agile development experience Atlassian Tool Suite experience Technical leadership experience Full software development lifecycle experience