Principal SW Development Analyst – Global Integration SME (26-229 & 26-232)

Northrop Grumman

Actively hiring
Colorado Springs, CO Posted 18 days ago $103,600$155,400 / year

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TL;DR

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Principal SW Development Analyst with expertise in global missile defense integration to join their team in Colorado Springs, CO. This senior-level position involves integrating JEMINI lab test suites into the development environment and assisting software developers in resolving issues. The role requires creating configurations for testing prototypes, developing scripts for data analysis, and automating remote host maintenance. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting, documenting procedures, and providing feedback on system specifications. Candidates must be proficient in Linux, Bash scripting, Python, and Ansible or similar automation tools, with a strong understanding of Agile and DevOps methodologies. The ideal candidate will have experience in virtualized environments, security design, and DoD integration processes, contributing to the development of advanced missile defense capabilities for C2BMC.

Skills

Agile DevOps Python Linux Bash Ansible CI/CD Kubernetes Docker PostgreSQL MySQL Git Jenkins Prometheus Grafana AWS Azure Google Cloud Platform Virtualization Security+ GSEC SSCP CISSP

What you'll do

  • Integrate JEMINI lab test suites into the development lab environment.
  • Assist software developers in investigating and resolving technical issues.
  • Create configurations to support testing and prototyping of new systems.
  • Develop and modify scripts for analyzing message data during system tests.
  • Troubleshoot issues during both testing and prototype phases of projects.
  • Automate scripts to configure and maintain remote hosts efficiently.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with 5 years of experience or equivalent work experience
  • Active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher
  • Experience as a SW Tester/Integrator
  • Proficiency in Linux and scripting languages (Bash, Python)
  • Knowledge of Agile, DevOps methodologies, and automated testing tools
  • Expertise in troubleshooting methods and automation tools like Ansible

Market check

Salary context

This $103,600–$155,400 range sits above 16% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$129,400$213,480

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$142,400$214,875

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 238 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

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 173 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $113,900–$170,950 across 168 roles with salary data.

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