Agile Release Train Engineer IV

Northrop Grumman

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On-site
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
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$129,300–$193,900 / yr
Posted
9 days ago
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About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Northrop Grumman currently has 367 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Agile Release Train Engineer IV

The Agile Release Train Engineer (RTE) - Level 4 joins the Threat and Advanced Simulations Development program to support the Missile Defense Agency’s critical engineering mission. This leadership role focuses on facilitating Agile Release Train processes, managing risks, escalating impediments, and ensuring value delivery through Scaled Agile Framework principles. The individual will manage multiple cross-functional teams, facilitate Program Increment planning, and coordinate with government customers regarding execution status. Key responsibilities include promoting test-driven development, practicing servant leadership, and tracking Earned Value Management metrics. Required skills include expertise in SAFe, experience with JIRA, and a background in software development or management. The role addresses complex technical challenges within the missile defense, missile warning, and space situational awareness domains, requiring a deep understanding of systems engineering and DevSecOps principles to support high-priority federal government environments.

What you'll do

  • Facilitate Agile Release Train (ART) processes and execution while ensuring value delivery aligns with technical and business strategies.
  • Establish Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) engineering and management principles across the program.
  • Identify, mitigate, and manage project risks while removing impediments to progress for multiple teams.
  • Lead Program Increment (PI) Planning efforts and facilitate related events throughout the development cycle.
  • Coach and mentor team members on Agile mindsets, including test-driven development and continuous improvement.
  • Collect, analyze, and report metrics regarding trends and performance indicators.
  • Participate in Earned Value Management (EVM) tracking and reporting for the program.
  • Interact directly with government customers to communicate execution statuses and resolve issues.

What we're looking for

  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 8 years of experience, a Master's with 6 years, or a PhD with 4 years.
  • Must have experience as an RTE, Scrum Master, or similar Agile certification role.
  • Must possess a current active in-scope U.S. Government issued Secret security clearance.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen to hold the required government clearance.
  • Must have experience implementing Agile principles and practices within DoD or Federal government environments.
  • Must have experience interacting with Government stakeholders.
  • Must have a background in software development or software development management.
  • Experience with Agile Lifecycle Management tools, preferably JIRA, is required.

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