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Software Engineer SA (26-083) - Huntsville AL

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Huntsville, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/25/2026
Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.

Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

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 Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Software Engineer – SA (26-083) 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.

This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.

Position Overview

The 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 systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, collectively monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC 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.

This position is for a Software Engineer on the C2BMC program. The candidate will be responsible for Java software development for the Systems Architecture (Sys-Ar) of the Regional Applications teams in Huntsville, AL. Under direction, provides experience across multiple systems and software disciplines, as well as general knowledge of related disciplines, application implications, and customer areas. Responsible for analyzing and providing technical support for 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 system applications. Assists with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation of programs. Interfaces with other system support groups to resolve issues, set standards, and improve overall operating system efficiency. Works on most phases of software systems programming applications and may require minor instruction and guidance in other phases.

Essential Functions

Will be responsible for software development in Java for the Systems Architecture (Sys-Ar) of the Regional Applications teams in Huntsville, AL

Under direction, provides experience across multiple systems and software disciplines, as well as general knowledge of related disciplines, applications, implications, and customer areas

Responsible for analyzing and providing technical support for 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 system applications

Assists with the design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation of programs

Interfaces with other system support groups to resolve problems, set standards, and improve the operating system's overall efficiency

Works on most phases of software systems programming applications and may require minor instruction and guidance in other phases

Auto req ID

473114BR

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Job_Category

Information Technology

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Basic Qualifications:

Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

A 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 0 years of relevant work experience; or 6 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree

Applicants must have a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security CE, CCNA-Security, CySA , CND, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract period

Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start

Understanding of software engineering and software development, with Java/J2EE experience or equivalent OO development experience (additional C experience also desired)

Knowledge of software practices such as coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines, and configuration management

Must have oral, written, and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment

Understanding of standard systems engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Agile development methodologies

Experience developing enterprise applications on Linux (Windows experience also desired)

Knowledge of DevSecOps and/or build management

Willingness to take on unanticipated tasking

Familiarity with common software development and management tools such as Maven, Git/GitHub, Nexus, and Eclipse

What We Can Offer You

Northrop 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:

Health Plan

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Training and Development

Flexible Work Arrangements

https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx

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Primary Level Salary Range: $87,600.00 - $131,400.00

City*

Huntsville

State*

Alabama

Job Code

Systems_Engineer Engineer

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Salary : $87,600 - $131,400

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