Northrop Grumman
Sentinel Software / Principal Software Engineer Test - 16001-1
United States-Utah-Roy
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- Role family
- Engineering
- Seniority
- Lead / management
- Stated salary
- $79,300 per year
- Country
- US
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
- First seen by hirly
- 3 Oct 2026
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
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.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking Software Test Engineers for the Flight / Guidance Navigation & Control (GN&C) Software Team. This position will be located in Roy, Utah and will support the Sentinel Program.
What You’ll Get To Do:
Responsible for development and execution of automated and manual test cases to verify functional software requirements.
This will include the following activities:
Assist in the design, development, and implementation of testing methods and equipment.
Test planning, execution, reporting, and integration support.
Prepare detailed test reports and support formal verification of the system.
Compile data and define changes required in test equipment, test procedures, or new test requirements.
Perform data analysis against requirements and interfaces for each software build or hardware component.
Interface with software developers and systems engineers in support of verification.
Product integration, regression, and verification testing including checkout in software test labs.
Position Benefits:
- As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
Basic Qualifications:
T2 Software Test Engineer: 02 Years with Bachelors in relevant field of study; 00 Years with Masters or 04 additional years in lieu of a degree.
T3 Principal Software Test Engineer: 05 Years with Bachelors in relevant field of study; 03 Years with Masters; 00 Years with PhD or 04 additional years in lieu of a degree.
Required for both levels:
Must be a US citizen with an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need
Understanding of the software development lifecycle and agile development methodology, RVAM skills/experience
2+ year experience in scripting skills (Python, C++,Java, Bash, Shell/Bash, or similar programming language)
2+ year experience in Requirements Verification/General test methodology, unit testing, integration testing, regression testing.
2+ year experience with Atlassian tool suite (JIRA, Git, Confluence)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with IBM Rational tool suite (DOORS and Jazz)
Experience using software test automation tools/frameworks
Experience with code analysis tools
Experience developing ICDs and defining interfaces in an MBSE environment
Familiarity with CSSAM / RVAM Governance
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Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
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.
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