Sentinel Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer - 16881

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time 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, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Software / Principal Software Engineer. This position will be located in Huntsville, AL or Colorado Springs, CO and will support the Sentinel Program. What you will get to do: Designs, develops, documents, tests and debugs applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions. Conducts multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software. Determines computer user needs; analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls; prepares operating instructions; designs and develops compilers and assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems. Ensures software standards are met. Position Benefits: As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401k Educational Assistance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions Paid Time Off Health & Wellness Resources Employee Discounts This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package. Basic Qualifications: • T02-Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience, Master's degree with 0 years of experience, or 4 additional years in lieu of a degree • T03- Bachelors degree with 5 years of experience, Master's degree with 3 years of experience, PhD with 1 years of experience, or 4 additional years in lieu of a degree Required for both levels: • Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need • Experience with Agile and working in a cross-function Scrum team. • Working knowledge of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design principles • Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering languages (SysML/UML) and concepts • Experience developing web-based applications on a cloud-based platform. • Experience deploying containerized applications in a Kubernetes framework. • Experienced developing with Javascript, Typescript and React, • Adept at working across the full stack, contributing to frontend UI/UX, backend APIs, and database design. • Experience with RESTful API design and implementation. • Proficiency in front-end development technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, and Express. Preferred Qualifications • Current Special Program Access (SAP) • Experience with modern web technologies, virtual machines and containerized applications • Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite including Jira and Confluence • Proficient with DOORS, Cameo with the ability to write and decompose system requirements • Ability to evaluate risks and tradeoffs and present solution options to management • IASAE III (e.g., CCSP, CISSP-ISSEP, CISSP-ISSAP) certification • IAT II (e.g., Security, CISSP) certification • Understanding of OSI Open Systems Interconnection model and the impact of each level to the design of a network architecture. • Experience developing web-based applications on a cloud-based platform. • Experience deploying containerized applications in a Kubernetes framework. • Experience using Model Based Systems Engineering to model software functions using Cameo. • Experience using Unified Modeling Language to document software design using Cameo. • Knowledge of NIST and ISO standards. • Experience with other languages like C++, C#, and Python is a plus. Sentinelsoftware Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $131,400.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $163,200.00 The 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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