Northrop Grumman (DoD Skillbridge) Principal/Sr. Principal Software Quality Engineer
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Boulder
Posted on: May 22, 2023
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Job Description:
Northrop Grumman (DoD Skillbridge) Principal/Sr. Principal
Software Quality Engineer
As one of the largest global security companies in the world,
Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation's military personnel
make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of
Northrop Grumman's 90,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and
more than 1,600 are reservists.The Northrop Grumman Military
Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program
under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29 . NG-MIP is an
opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable
civilian work experience through an individual internship during
their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop
Grumman Military internship Program is open to all ranks and
experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for
compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive
military compensation and benefits as active-duty service
members.Responsibilities for this internship position are:Northrop
Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman -
Military Internship Program (DoD SKillbridge) utilizing the DoDI
guidance for Skillbridge. During this program the service member
will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual
internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service
member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule
equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals,
Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.Goals - Provide
transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training
during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This
program is specifically designed to offer internships that result
in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the
conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for
high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.Objectives -
Service Members who complete the Intern program will be
highly-trained, capable, future employees that align to the
specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG
mission "Defining Possible" on Day 1. This program provides a
comprehensive internship experience including professional
development, networking with leadership, and training specifically
focused on NG leadership principles, company history,
customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and
core job responsibilities.Outcome - Offer transitioning service
member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman
team.DoD SkillBridge Eligibility: - Has served at least 180 days on
active duty - Is within 12 months of separation or retirement -
Will receive an honorable discharge - Has taken any service
TAPS/TGPS - Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within
the last 12 months - Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade
commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval
to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of
internship.Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push
the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and
cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start
contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing
real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take
pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to
grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With
our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right
opportunities to fit your life and launch your career
today.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems sector is seeking a
Principal / Sr. Principal Software Quality Engineer 3/4 to be
located at our site in Boulder, CO.Must have ability to travel
across the state of Colorado and be able to enter U.S. Military
bases. Up to 10% travel. The qualified applicant will become part
of Northrop Grumman's Mission Assurance organization.Roles and
Responsibilities:Develop, modify, apply and maintain quality
evaluation and control systems and protocols for processing
Software and Materials into partially finished or finished
product.Collaborate with software engineering and systems
engineering functions to ensure quality standards are in
place.Devise and implement methods and procedures for inspecting,
testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of software and
completed systems.Design and analyze inspection and testing
processes, mechanisms and equipment.Conduct quality assurance tests
and performs statistical analysis to assess the cost of and
determine the responsibility for software products or materials
that do not meet required standards and specifications.Audits
quality systems for deficiency identification and
correction.Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable
reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with
requirements.Assists Software Engineering in reporting metrics to
the SCRUM process including monitoring and assisting with the
Epics, Sprints, Spirals, and Discrepancy Reports (DR) entry,
resolution, closure and metrics around DR.Assist and sometimes sub
in where needed as a Hardware quality engineer.Cross-trained to the
hardware quality engineer positions in the department.Basic
Qualifications:Level 3: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 of related
experience, or a PhD and 0 years of related experienceStrong verbal
and written communication skillsStrong organizational skills and
self-motivationActive Secret clearance required to startLevel
4:Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or
Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and
59 years of related experience, or a Master's Degree in a STEM
discipline and 7 years of related experience, or a PhD and 4 years
of related experienceStrong verbal and written communication
skillsStrong organizational skills and self-motivationActive Secret
clearance required to startPreferred Qualifications:Level
3/4:Experience in embedded software developmentSix Sigma Green Belt
certificationWorking understanding of the specific CMMI and AS9100
Standards affecting program performance.Experience in Agile
developmentActive DoD Top Secret Clearance Salary Range: $95,000
USD - $142,400 USD Salary Range 2: $117,700 USD - $176,500 USD
Employees may be eligible for 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
health and safety of our employees and their families is a top
priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on
their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be
required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved
disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future
court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed
federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042
https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .Northrop
Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
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/AA and Pay Transparency
statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S.
Citizenship is required for most positions.
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