McLean, Virginia, United States · On-site
$92k–$171k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opport…
Skills: Python, C++, Bash Scripting, Postgres, Ansible
McLean, Virginia, United States · On-site
$177k–$266k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opport…
Skills: Microservices Architecture, Service-Oriented Architecture, Event-Driven Architecture, Message Brokers, Kafka
Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$106k–$169k/yr
Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wid…
Skills: Java, Spring Boot, LLM Integration, RAG Pipelines, Agentic Workflows
Dulles, Virginia, United States · On-site
$92k–$171k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opport…
Skills: Python, C++, Bash Scripting, Postgres, Ansible
Belcamp, Maryland, United States · Remote OK
$101k–$175k/yr
Overview LMI is seeking a Data Engineer to build the pipelines that power Army leadership decisions. You will transform raw data from authoritative Army sources into structured, actionable "Objects" within the Vantage (P…
Skills: Python, SQL, PySpark, Palantir Foundry, Army Vantage
Arlington, Virginia, United States · Hybrid
$132k–$212k/yr
Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wid…
Skills: SQL, Data Engineering, ETL Processes, Microsoft SQL Server, Data Modeling
Chantilly, Virginia, United States · On-site
$182k–$247k/yr
Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations …
Skills: Complex Systems, Systems Design, Systems Development, AWS, ServiceNow
McLean, Virginia, United States · On-site
$157k–$213k/yr
Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Software En…
Skills: Java, SQL, Javascript, React/Redux, AngularJS
Alexandria, Virginia, United States · On-site
$94k–$198k/yr
Job Title: Enterprise Platforms & Agile Delivery Manager Job Category: Project and Program Management Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Public Trust Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Req…
Skills: Agile Delivery, ServiceNow Development, Software Engineering Management, eDiscovery Platforms, Solution Architecture
Fairfax County, Virginia, United States · On-site
$200k–$325k/yr
US Citizenship is required. An active TS/SCI is required. An active CI Polygraph is required. Security+ or CISSP required. DevSecOps Engineer DPG Solutions is looking for a mid- to senior-level DevSecOps Engineer to supp…
Skills: Linux Administration, DevSecOps, CI/CD, Ansible, Python
Winchester, Virginia, United States · Hybrid
$80k–$125k/yr
Full Visibility is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer Senior located in Winchester, VA or Washington, DC and is a Hybrid Role Candidate must possess an active Top Secret/SCI Eligibility Clearance. Individuals selected …
Skills: Software Quality Assurance, Automated Testing, Test Strategy Development, Defect Management, Configuration Management
Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$136k–$184k/yr
Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Intelligence Operations…
Skills: All Source Analysis, Data Analytics, Knowledge Management, Workflow Automation, Python
Prince William County, Virginia, United States · On-site
Who is Fusion Technology? Fusion Technology is a performance-driven HUBZone Small Business concern residing in the heart of the beautiful mountainsides of West Virginia, steps away from the Federal Bureau of Investigatio…
Skills: Software Development, Multi-tier Software Design, Object-oriented Programming, C, C#
Herndon, Virginia, United States · On-site
$121k–$266k/yr
Job Title: Web Application Developer with Polygraph Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Require…
Skills: Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, ASP.NET, Javascript, HTML
Chantilly, Virginia, United States · On-site
$113k–$238k/yr
Job Title: Software Engineer (Full Stack & Python) Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%…
Skills: Python, JavaScript, Full Stack Development, REST APIs, Angular
Norfolk, Virginia, United States · On-site
$69k–$142k/yr
Job Title: Systems Engineer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel: Local * * …
Skills: Application Packaging, Automation, Cybersecurity Compliance, VMware, Python
Dahlgren, Virginia, United States · On-site
$67k–$133k/yr
Job Title: Virtual Systems Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel: Local * * * T…
Skills: Linux Operating Systems, Bash, PowerShell, Python, Virtual Machines
Norfolk, Virginia, United States · Hybrid
$82k–$172k/yr
Job Title: PowerBuilder Developer/Systems Engineer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Typ…
Skills: PowerBuilder, Systems Engineering, Sybase ASE, Oracle, SQL Server
Sterling, Virginia, United States · On-site
$113k–$238k/yr
Job Title: Cyber Reverse Engineer, Senior Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Travel: Con…
Skills: Reverse Engineering, Vulnerability Research, Binary Analysis, Embedded Firmware Analysis, Protocol Analysis
Alexandria, Virginia, United States · Hybrid
We are hiring a Sales Account Specialist to join our Intellectual Property team at Clarivate. This is a sales‑driven, hunter role focused on identifying, prospecting, and winning new customers. In this role, you will act…
Skills: Outbound Prospecting, Lead Generation, Consultative Sales, Solution Presentation, Negotiation
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Develop, integrate, and sustain satellite ground software using full stack development across OS and platform layers. Responsibilities include troubleshooting software errors, supporting acceptance tests, and managing software enhancements for national security missions.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering with 2-5 years of experience, or an advanced degree. Candidates must possess an active Top Secret clearance at the time of application and proficiency in Python, C++, and Bash.
Do you want to work at an international company with endless opportunities for growth and advancement? Are you eager to join a trust-based, globally-connected team, where your contributions will define what’s possible?
We are looking for team members who want to solve interesting, complex problems, which protect our nation. Your talents and passion are most important to us. If you don’t know a language, program, or platform, we will teach you! Become a part of our enthusiastic team where we have fun working together and take pride in our contributions to the nation’s safety.
In this role, the focus will be on development, integration, deployment, and sustainment of satellite ground software. These positions are located onsite on our Dulles, VA campus, and requires a Top Secret clearance at the time of application.
This opportunity supports our Space Systems East Engineering Software Controls Engineering (SCE) group.
Full stack development at the OS, platform, and mission unique software layer
Developing client and server applications and services using service or object-oriented architectures, message bus-based data exchange that include first-of-a-kind capabilities
Applications will span languages and toolsets including Python, C++, Postgres, Ansible, cloud infrastructure provisioning, PKI, and static code analysis execution and finding remediation
Developer will be expected to be a self-starter capable of making decisions with overall project budget and schedule in mind
Support Operations ground software and associated configurations. This will involve troubleshooting both software errors and hardware affecting the operation of ground software
Support Acceptance Test events, including running tests
Test Automation
Configuration of ground segment software
Resolution and remediation of software defects
Software Enhancements as directed by customer change requests or mission needs
Ground software support during launch and launch rehearsal events
Support the installation of new ground segment software in operational, development and test environments
As a successful employee, you will:
Be an active and integral member of your team
Channel your enthusiasm to innovate
Be part of a supportive team that develops and deploys technologies that matter to our national security
Work with agility, flexibility, and collaboration to explore creative ideas
*this position can be filled at either the Software Development Engineer Level 2 or 3.
Bachelor’s degree (ideally Computer Science or Engineering) and 2 years of experience; OR a master’s degree and 0 years. Experience can be considered in lieu of degree (additional 4 years)
Demonstrated software development experience
Python application development, C++, Bash Scripting experience
U.S. Citizenship
Must have an active Top-Secret clearance at the time of application with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI
Bachelor’s degree (ideally Computer Science or Engineering) and 5 years of experience; OR a master’s degree and 3 years: OR a PhD and 1 year. Experience can be considered in lieu of degree (additional 4 years)
Demonstrated software development experience
Python application development, C++, Bash Scripting experience
U.S. Citizenship
Must have an active Top-Secret clearance at the time of application with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI
Strong preference given to Top Secret with SCI
We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more at jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. Our careers site can be found at jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers. If you are contacted about a job at Northrop Grumman, please verify the email came from the domain @ngc.com before engaging with that contact. If you are contacted by a Northrop Grumman recruiter on LinkedIn, please that their profile includes the verified check mark to ensure the contact is legitimate.
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