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ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Personnel Security Specialist II to join our team in El Segundo, CA. The Personnel Security Specialist's primary function is to handle personnel security functions in support of the customer's facility and organization. The position will provide "day-today" PERSEC services for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Build and Maintain tracking spreadsheets/databases for customer PERSEC activities. Provide support for the security awareness and education programs. Perform miscellaneous administrative support functions as directed by the contractor site lead and/or the Government Security Representative. Review, track, and monitor security clearance processing activities with appropriate government personnel to achieve appropriate clearance actions. Conduct Defense Central Index of Investigations (DCII), Joint Personnel Access System (JPAS), and SAPNP reviews of candidates being submitted for SAP access. Perform data entry and record checks in the Joint Access Database (JADE) and maintain all customer sponsored personnel access information. Receive and/or transmit classified visit requests as necessary to meet customer needs. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree - 4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree. 6 years related experience. 4 years' relevant SCI or SAP experience. Must be familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate ICDs/JAFANs/DOD Manuals and other guiding policy documents. Preferred Qualifications: 2 years of SAP-related experience highly desired. Clearance Requirements: Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility. Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information. Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph. Physical Requirements: Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%. Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer. Frequently communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

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 has an opening for an Embedded DevOps Engineer Level 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. As an integral part of our multi-discipline engineering team in Advanced Weapons, you will be on the forefront of developing next generation solutions to protect technology for our nation's warfighters. This position is required to be full-time, on-site in the Northridge, CA location. No remote/telework arrangement is available for this position. Applicants must have a current US Government DoD Secret security clearance with ability to get cleared for SAP. The Embedded DevOps Engineer will define, design, and own the end to end CI/CD pipeline architecture for Missile Programs within the Advanced Weapons Business Unit. In this position, you will craft secure, scalable pipeline solutions, drive implementation across multiple development streams, and continuously improve automation, testing, and deployment practices. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in DevSecOps tools and processes together with hands on experience in embedded software development, understanding the unique constraints of real time and safety critical code. The Embedded DevSecOps Lead will serve as the primary liaison between engineering teams, program managers, and senior leadership, translating complex technical concepts into clear business value. Success in this role requires strong technical leadership, the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non technical stakeholders, and coordination across multiple networks and sites to ensure consistent standards and seamless collaboration. Key Responsibilities: Design and own end to end CI/CD pipelines for missile program codebases, selecting and integrating tools such as Jenkins, Nexus, SonarQube, and the Atlassian (Jira, Bitbucket, and Confluence) suite. Develop and maintain pipeline automation scripts and build configurations (CMake, Visual Studio, custom build scripts) to support continuous integration, testing, and delivery of embedded software. Architect secure artifact repositories and version control strategies, ensuring traceability, reproducibility, and compliance with DoD security requirements. Implement static analysis, code quality gates, and vulnerability scanning within the pipeline using SonarQube and other tooling to enforce secure coding practices across C++, Python, and VxWorks projects. Collaborate with embedded software engineers to tailor build and test processes for real time, safety critical applications, handling cross compilation, hardware in the loop testing, and simulation environments. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development and operations teams, fostering DevSecOps best practices and continuous improvement. Coordinate across multiple networks and sites, standardizing pipeline configurations, ensuring consistent security posture, and facilitating seamless integration of code and artifacts across geographically dispersed teams. Maintain up to date documentation of pipeline architecture, build processes, security controls, and compliance evidence to support audits and accreditation activities. Basic Qualifications: BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field with 8 years of embedded software/hardware development, preferably on safety critical or defense platform; or MS with 6 years of the same experience. Experience as a technical lead collaborating with cross-functional teams DevSecOps experience creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines with the ability to identify needs for automation, design and implementation of CI/CD solutions Experience with GIT and Agile development, inclusive of generating, analyzing, and reporting on Agile and development metrics. Embedded software development experience with micro controllers, DSPs, FPGAs, and Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as VxWorks, FreeRTOS, or QNX in Windows or Linux environments Current US Government Secret security clearance with ability to get cleared for SAP Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency in one or more of the following: C/C++/Python, Flight Software Development, Software Factory. Experience with full software development life-cycle Experience with tools like GitLab, Atlassian (Jira, Bitbucket and/or Jenkins), including CI/CD tools (SonarCube, Fortify, VectorCast) Cloud Technologies (AWS, Azure) with Containers and Orchestration (Podman, Kubernetes) Experience with simulators, STE development CISSP, CISM, or Security+ Certification Demonstrated ability to implement process improvements, streamline activities, and develop efficiencies Excellent communication and organizational skills; strong interpersonal and analytic skills Primary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission! We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal / Sr. Principal Software Engineer based out of Woodland Hills, CA. As a Principal / Sr. Principal Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman, you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our Enterprise-wide digital transformation. Through the use of Model-based Engineering, DevSecOps and Agile practices we continue to evolve how we deliver critical national defense products and capabilities for the warfighter. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly and continuously drive innovation. The successful candidate will be collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & shared responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of innovation. For this role, responsibilities include but are not limited to: Provide technical leadership for junior software engineers Develop software utilizing C/C++ to modernize and productionize a research codebase with modern C++ features Develop software infrastructure to support CI/CD, software metrics collection, and MLOps Implement software-systems, applications, and architectures that leverage techniques to support achieving increased modularity, scalability, and reliability, while also maintaining precision, accuracy, and speed to meet performance requirements Ensure industry software engineering best practices and standards are applied and maintained Work closely with Software Leads and Architects to understand program intent, system capabilities, and output requirements This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below This requisition may be filled at either a Principal Level or a Sr. Principal Level. Basic Qualifications for a Principal Software Engineer (T03) Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5+ years of relative experience; Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 3+ years of relative experience; PhD + 1 year of relative experience Active Top Secret security clearance and enrolled in Continuous Evaluation Ability to meet customer-specific security screening requirements within a timeframe set forth by management Willingness and ability to work onsite full-time Experience working in C/C++ Familiarity with modern C++ standards and features (e.g., C++ 17 onwards) Demonstrated ability to analyze system requirements to derive software design and performance requirements Proven ability to design and code new software, as well as modify existing software to add new features Ability to debug existing software and correct defects Experience with open software/system architecture solutions Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders Experience with developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Experience with Git-based or other software configuration management tools Basic Qualifications for a Sr. Principal Software Engineer (T04) Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 8+ years of relative experience; Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 6+ years of relative experience; PhD + 4 years of relative experience Active Top Secret security clearance and enrolled in Continuous Evaluation Ability to meet customer-specific security screening requirements within a timeframe set forth by management Willingness and ability to work onsite full-time Experience working in C/C++ Familiarity with modern C++ standards and features (e.g., C++ 17 onwards) Demonstrated ability to analyze system requirements to derive software design and performance requirements Proven ability to design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features Ability to debug existing software and correct defects Experience with open software/system architecture solutions Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders Experience with developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Experience with Git-based or other software configuration management tools Preferred Qualifications Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving specified requirements Experience with modern C++ standards and features (e.g., C++ 20 onwards) Experience with containers (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with Linux operating systems Experience with CUDA and GPUs Experience with high performance numerical/scientific computing, parallel computing Experience with developing for SWaP-constrained environments Experience with developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Familiarity with signal-processing algorithms Familiarity with Agile lifecycle process including Scrum and DevSecOps This position is contingent upon the successful transfer of an active DoD Top Secret Clearance and the ability to meet customer-specific security screening requirements within a timeframe set forth by management. Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Personnel Security Specialist II to join our team in El Segundo, CA. The Personnel Security Specialist's primary function is to handle personnel security functions in support of the customer's facility and organization. The position will provide "day-today" PERSEC services for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Build and Maintain tracking spreadsheets/databases for customer PERSEC activities. Provide support for the security awareness and education programs. Perform miscellaneous administrative support functions as directed by the contractor site lead and/or the Government Security Representative. Review, track, and monitor security clearance processing activities with appropriate government personnel to achieve appropriate clearance actions. Conduct Defense Central Index of Investigations (DCII), Joint Personnel Access System (JPAS), and SAPNP reviews of candidates being submitted for SAP access. Perform data entry and record checks in the Joint Access Database (JADE) and maintain all customer sponsored personnel access information. Receive and/or transmit classified visit requests as necessary to meet customer needs. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree - 4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree. 6 years related experience. 4 years' relevant SCI or SAP experience. Must be familiar with security policy/manuals and the appropriate ICDs/JAFANs/DOD Manuals and other guiding policy documents. Preferred Qualifications: 2 years of SAP-related experience highly desired. Clearance Requirements: Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility. Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information. Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph. Physical Requirements: Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%. Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer. Frequently communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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. We are looking for you to join our team as an Engineer Software Quality based out of Woodland Hills, CA. What you'll get to do: Develops, modifies, applies, and maintains standards for software quality operating methods, processes, systems and procedures. Ensures measures meet acceptable reliability standards. Develops overall operating criteria to ensure implementation of the software quality program according to project, process and contract requirements and objectives. Ensures that project and process control documentation are compliant with requirements, objectives and/or contract. Reviews software design, change specifications, and plans against contractual and/or process requirements. Reviews include applicable specifications, materials, tools, techniques, and methodologies. Reviews or directs verification of software requirement allocations, traceability, and testability. The ideal candidate must be knowledgeable of programming languages (C, C++, Java, Python, Ada), Software Quality Assurance processes, able to prioritize tasks and meeting deadlines, and able to understand and work with multiple enterprise-wide systems and software problem tracking tools (e.g., SAP, DOORs, Jira, Confluence). Basic Qualifications for the Engineer Software Quality: Bachelor's Degree in software engineering/computer science or other STEM-related field with 2 years of software development integration work experience; Master's Degree in software engineering/computer science or other STEM-related field with 0 years of software development and integration work experience. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship required. Experience in implementing Software Quality Assurance plans. Preferred Qualifications: Agile software development process experience. Experience in the collection of software data and metrics for reporting. Experience in evaluation, tracing, and/or analysis of requirements. Experience in process and product evaluation and quality auditing. Experience in DO-178, DO-254, and ISO9001/AS9100 standards. Experience in Peer Reviews and Code Reviews. Experience in Model Based Development. Experience reading and understanding Software Code (C, C++, Java, Python, Ada). Active Secret clearance. Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission! We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal / Sr. Principal Software Engineer based out of Woodland Hills, CA. As a Principal / Sr. Principal Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman, you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our Enterprise-wide digital transformation. Through the use of Model-based Engineering, DevSecOps and Agile practices we continue to evolve how we deliver critical national defense products and capabilities for the warfighter. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly and continuously drive innovation. The successful candidate will be collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & shared responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of innovation. For this role, responsibilities include but are not limited to: Provide technical leadership for junior software engineers Develop software utilizing C/C++ to modernize and productionize a research codebase with modern C++ features Develop software infrastructure to support CI/CD, software metrics collection, and MLOps Implement software-systems, applications, and architectures that leverage techniques to support achieving increased modularity, scalability, and reliability, while also maintaining precision, accuracy, and speed to meet performance requirements Ensure industry software engineering best practices and standards are applied and maintained Work closely with Software Leads and Architects to understand program intent, system capabilities, and output requirements This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below This requisition may be filled at either a Principal Level or a Sr. Principal Level. Basic Qualifications for a Principal Software Engineer (T03) Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5+ years of relative experience; Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 3+ years of relative experience; PhD + 1 year of relative experience Active Top Secret security clearance and enrolled in Continuous Evaluation Ability to meet customer-specific security screening requirements within a timeframe set forth by management Willingness and ability to work onsite full-time Experience working in C/C++ Familiarity with modern C++ standards and features (e.g., C++ 17 onwards) Demonstrated ability to analyze system requirements to derive software design and performance requirements Proven ability to design and code new software, as well as modify existing software to add new features Ability to debug existing software and correct defects Experience with open software/system architecture solutions Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders Experience with developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Experience with Git-based or other software configuration management tools Basic Qualifications for a Sr. Principal Software Engineer (T04) Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 8+ years of relative experience; Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 6+ years of relative experience; PhD + 4 years of relative experience Active Top Secret security clearance and enrolled in Continuous Evaluation Ability to meet customer-specific security screening requirements within a timeframe set forth by management Willingness and ability to work onsite full-time Experience working in C/C++ Familiarity with modern C++ standards and features (e.g., C++ 17 onwards) Demonstrated ability to analyze system requirements to derive software design and performance requirements Proven ability to design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features Ability to debug existing software and correct defects Experience with open software/system architecture solutions Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders Experience with developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Experience with Git-based or other software configuration management tools Preferred Qualifications Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving specified requirements Experience with modern C++ standards and features (e.g., C++ 20 onwards) Experience with containers (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with Linux operating systems Experience with CUDA and GPUs Experience with high performance numerical/scientific computing, parallel computing Experience with developing for SWaP-constrained environments Experience with developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Familiarity with signal-processing algorithms Familiarity with Agile lifecycle process including Scrum and DevSecOps This position is contingent upon the successful transfer of an active DoD Top Secret Clearance and the ability to meet customer-specific security screening requirements within a timeframe set forth by management. Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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 (DS) is seeking a Software Quality Assurance Manager 2 to join our Advanced Weapons Business Unit at the Northridge, CA location. Our Advanced Weapons team designs, develops, and manufactures missile systems that support U.S. national and allied security objectives. This position is required to be full-time, on-site in the Northridge, CA location. No remote/telework arrangement is available for this position. Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government DoW Secret clearance. The Software Quality Assurance Manager leads the planning, execution, and continual improvement of all software quality activities for defense grade systems. The role ensures that software products meet stringent DoD specifications, safety, reliability, and security standards throughout the development lifecycle. The manager mentors a multidisciplinary SQA team, collaborates with engineering, test, and program management, and serves as the primary liaison with certification bodies and government auditors. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Quality Strategy & Planning - Define and maintain the SQA strategy aligned with DoD standards (e.g., MIL STD 498, MIL STD 2167A, DODAF, DI COT, DoD Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification - CMMC). Develop and enforce a comprehensive Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) for each program, including verification & validation (V&V) schedules, metrics, and risk mitigation actions. Process & Compliance - Oversee implementation of software development processes (Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall) that satisfy Earned Value Management (EVM), Capability Maturity Model Integrated (CMMI) Level 3, and Software Configuration Management (SCM) requirements. Conduct internal audits, prepare for external CDRL reviews, and ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IEC 61508, CMMI, and applicable defense acquisition regulations. Test Management - Direct functional, integration, system, and acceptance testing on simulators, hardware in the loop (HITL) rigs, and field environments. Manage automated test frameworks, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, and static/dynamic analysis tools (e.g., DO 178C, MISRA C, Coverity, SonarQube). Defect Management - Establish defect tracking policies, prioritize root cause analysis, and coordinate corrective actions across development teams. Monitor defect density, mean time to detect/resolve, and trend data to drive process improvements. Team Leadership - Recruit, train, and mentor SQA engineers, test pilots, and subject matter experts. Conduct performance reviews, define career development paths, and foster a culture of quality and security awareness. Stakeholder Coordination - Interface with program managers, system engineers, customers, and government auditors to communicate quality status, risks, and mitigation plans. Prepare and present quality reports, dashboards, and risk assessments to senior leadership and contract officers. Continuous Improvement - Lead lessons learned sessions, implement Kaizen/Lean initiatives, and update process documentation to reflect evolving defense standards and emerging cyber threats BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field with 8+ years of software development experience in the defense sector OR Master's degree with 6+ years of the same experience. 12 years of experience required in lieu of a formal degree 3+ years of experience in a supervisory or lead SQA role Proven expertise with defense standards such as MIL STD 498, DO 178C, CMMC, ISO 9001, IEC 61508, and related acquisition regulations. Hands on experience with test automation and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI), defect tracking systems (JIRA, DOORS), static analysis tools (Coverity, Polyspace), and simulation environments. Demonstrated success leading internal and external audits, CDRL reviews, and compliance assessments. Strong people management skills, with the ability to motivate cross functional teams under tight schedules. Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government DoD Secret clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Certified Quality Engineer (ASQ CQE) or Certified Software Quality Engineer (ASQ CSQE). Experience with safety critical systems (e.g. missile guidance, command and control). Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST , RMF, DoD Cybersecurity Strategy). Exposure to Agile Scaled frameworks (SAFe) applied to defense contracts. Exposure to working with DCMA, NAVAIR, and TPO. Primary Level Salary Range: $146,600.00 - $219,800.00 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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. We are looking for you to join our team as an Engineer Software Quality based out of Woodland Hills, CA. What you'll get to do: Develops, modifies, applies, and maintains standards for software quality operating methods, processes, systems and procedures. Ensures measures meet acceptable reliability standards. Develops overall operating criteria to ensure implementation of the software quality program according to project, process and contract requirements and objectives. Ensures that project and process control documentation are compliant with requirements, objectives and/or contract. Reviews software design, change specifications, and plans against contractual and/or process requirements. Reviews include applicable specifications, materials, tools, techniques, and methodologies. Reviews or directs verification of software requirement allocations, traceability, and testability. The ideal candidate must be knowledgeable of programming languages (C, C++, Java, Python, Ada), Software Quality Assurance processes, able to prioritize tasks and meeting deadlines, and able to understand and work with multiple enterprise-wide systems and software problem tracking tools (e.g., SAP, DOORs, Jira, Confluence). Basic Qualifications for the Engineer Software Quality: Bachelor's Degree in software engineering/computer science or other STEM-related field with 2 years of software development integration work experience; Master's Degree in software engineering/computer science or other STEM-related field with 0 years of software development and integration work experience. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship required. Experience in implementing Software Quality Assurance plans. Preferred Qualifications: Agile software development process experience. Experience in the collection of software data and metrics for reporting. Experience in evaluation, tracing, and/or analysis of requirements. Experience in process and product evaluation and quality auditing. Experience in DO-178, DO-254, and ISO9001/AS9100 standards. Experience in Peer Reviews and Code Reviews. Experience in Model Based Development. Experience reading and understanding Software Code (C, C++, Java, Python, Ada). Active Secret clearance. Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission! We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal / Sr. Principal Software Engineer based out of Woodland Hills, CA. As a Principal / Sr. Principal Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman, you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our Enterprise-wide digital transformation. Through the use of Model-based Engineering, DevSecOps and Agile practices we continue to evolve how we deliver critical national defense products and capabilities for the warfighter. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly and continuously drive innovation. The successful candidate will be collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & shared responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of innovation. For this role, responsibilities include but are not limited to: Provide technical leadership for junior software engineers Develop software utilizing C/C++ to modernize and productionize a research codebase with modern C++ features Develop software infrastructure to support CI/CD, software metrics collection, and MLOps Implement software-systems, applications, and architectures that leverage techniques to support achieving increased modularity, scalability, and reliability, while also maintaining precision, accuracy, and speed to meet performance requirements Ensure industry software engineering best practices and standards are applied and maintained Work closely with Software Leads and Architects to understand program intent, system capabilities, and output requirements This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below This requisition may be filled at either a Principal Level or a Sr. Principal Level. Basic Qualifications for a Principal Software Engineer (T03) Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5+ years of relative experience; Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 3+ years of relative experience; PhD + 1 year of relative experience Active Top Secret security clearance and enrolled in Continuous Evaluation Ability to meet customer-specific security screening requirements within a timeframe set forth by management Willingness and ability to work onsite full-time Experience working in C/C++ Familiarity with modern C++ standards and features (e.g., C++ 17 onwards) Demonstrated ability to analyze system requirements to derive software design and performance requirements Proven ability to design and code new software, as well as modify existing software to add new features Ability to debug existing software and correct defects Experience with open software/system architecture solutions Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders Experience with developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Experience with Git-based or other software configuration management tools Basic Qualifications for a Sr. Principal Software Engineer (T04) Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 8+ years of relative experience; Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 6+ years of relative experience; PhD + 4 years of relative experience Active Top Secret security clearance and enrolled in Continuous Evaluation Ability to meet customer-specific security screening requirements within a timeframe set forth by management Willingness and ability to work onsite full-time Experience working in C/C++ Familiarity with modern C++ standards and features (e.g., C++ 17 onwards) Demonstrated ability to analyze system requirements to derive software design and performance requirements Proven ability to design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features Ability to debug existing software and correct defects Experience with open software/system architecture solutions Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders Experience with developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Experience with Git-based or other software configuration management tools Preferred Qualifications Experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving specified requirements Experience with modern C++ standards and features (e.g., C++ 20 onwards) Experience with containers (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with Linux operating systems Experience with CUDA and GPUs Experience with high performance numerical/scientific computing, parallel computing Experience with developing for SWaP-constrained environments Experience with developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Familiarity with signal-processing algorithms Familiarity with Agile lifecycle process including Scrum and DevSecOps This position is contingent upon the successful transfer of an active DoD Top Secret Clearance and the ability to meet customer-specific security screening requirements within a timeframe set forth by management. Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

The KPMG Advisory practice is at the forefront of transformation, offering excellent opportunities for individuals to advance their careers and expertise with KPMG. Looking ahead, we anticipate continued evolution and success within the practice, fostering both personal and professional development, thereby creating new pathways for growth. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility, and leading market tools, we help our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you're looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory. KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Specialist, AI Solution Architect to join our KPMG Managed Services practice. Responsibilities: Architect and lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise-scale AI solutions using Agile and DevOps practices, providing technical leadership across planning, development, code quality, reviews, and release management with tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, Git, and CI/CD pipelines. Design and implement secure, resilient, and scalable cloud-native architectures on Microsoft Azure, leveraging IaaS/PaaS services, modern application stacks, and enterprise data platforms to meet regulatory and performance requirements. Drive AI, GenAI, and agent-based solution strategy by leading proofs of concept and pilots, and guiding successful initiatives through transition into production-ready, operational platforms. Translate complex business needs into pragmatic technical solutions by partnering with business stakeholders, product owners, and enterprise architects to shape roadmaps, evaluate emerging technologies, and align AI capabilities to measurable business outcomes. Design and enable advanced agentic and intelligent automation patterns, including retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), multi-agent and A2A architectures, orchestration, state management, observability, and interoperable workflows that scale beyond pilot stages. Establish and enforce standards for architecture artifacts, documentation, deployment patterns, monitoring, and support while embedding security, privacy, and responsible AI principles into all solution designs; mentor and guide onshore and offshore engineering teams to foster a high-performance, innovation-driven culture. Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment. Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of experience designing and leading enterprise-scale technology solutions, with demonstrated ownership of architecture and delivery in complex environments. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required. Strong background in cloud-native architecture on Microsoft Azure, including application services, data platforms, integration patterns, and DevOps automation. Proven expertise in AI-driven and modern data architectures, including GenAI, agent-based systems, and RAG-style solutions, with experience taking concepts through production deployment. Solid understanding of full-stack systems, including modern web frameworks, backend services, APIs, and data integrations, with the ability to make pragmatic architectural trade-offs. Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring technical teams, influencing senior stakeholders, and serving as a trusted technical advisor with strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to travel as required. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment based visa). 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