Software Developer 2/3

About the position

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. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators, who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought-leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. Software Development Professionals, We Want You! Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector Chief Information & Digital Office (CIDO) is seeking a novice to senior level Software Development Analyst to join its team at our Space Park location. Note- The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time, at our facility/campus. This is not a virtual position.

Responsibilities

• Perform software development and maintenance tasks as a member of Software Development team, providing system support for manufacturing execution systems (MES) software, Solumina.
• Work as a team member and interface with Space System business partner and other stakeholders.
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle.
• Directly support resolution of all software related problems within the MES production environment.
• Gather requirements for engineering and manufacturing software support needs from business partners.
• Perform various software engineering tasks involved in the entire SW development life cycle from requirements analysis up to software maintenance.
• Support strategic planning of software tool usage through process development, automation and technology.
• Participate in routine maintenance of applications and infrastructure (apply and test patches, maintain app account/passwords, address server and application vulnerabilities, support power outages, facilities moves and other off-shift maintenance activities, etc.).
• Support various enterprise initiatives and technology and data center uplifts.

Requirements

• For Level 2: Must have a Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 2 years of working experience as a Software or Applications Developer; OR must have a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline with at least 2 months of working experience as a Software or Applications Developer.
• For Level 3: Must have a Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years of working experience as a Software or Applications Developer; OR must have a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline with at least 3 years of working experience as a Software or Applications Developer.
• Must have experience with Oracle 12C databases/RDBMS and above, Oracle PL/SQL including packages, procedures and functions.
• Experience as a Web Application Developer is required performing embedded SQL Programming.
• Experience with programming in Java is required.
• Must have the ability to provide occasional after-hours and/or weekend support, as needed.
• Candidate must have the ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance, as a condition of continued employment in this role.

Nice-to-haves

• The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science with 4 years of experience as a Software Developer in classified and unclassified environments, using Oracle 12C, Oracle PL/SQL, embedded SQL Programming to enhance Solumina G8 and/or Solumina iSeries MES application tool suites.
• Familiarity with Apache web server and application container (Tomcat).
• Ability to work well in a teaming environment and to support a diverse range of customers.
• Ability to adjust to a fast paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Possess a strong curiosity for learning emerging new technologies.
• Prefer direct experience with Solumina G8 and/or Solumina iSeries.
• Knowledge in technology stacks (Docker deployment, Kubernetes, Microservice, REST API, Maven, Sprint Boot, JavaScript, React, Redux, Node.js).
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment, handle multiple priorities and lead a software team project.
• Current SCI clearance would be ideal.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Phenomenal learning opportunities.
• Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers.
• Very friendly team environment.
• Exceptional benefits/healthcare.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Great 401k matching program.