Northrop Grumman
Los Angeles, California
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: 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.
Tangram Flex
Dayton, Ohio
Job Description Job Description Tangram Flex is seeking a Senior DevSecOps / Platform Engineer with 5+ years of experience to lead and advance our cloud-native platform infrastructure, secure software delivery pipelines, and DevSecOps strategy. In this role, you will architect, optimize, and scale cloud-native application build environments and CI/CD pipelines supporting critical internal products and customer deployments across unclassified and classified domains. As a Senior Engineer, you will serve as a technical anchor-mentoring engineers, driving platform architecture decisions, and collaborating closely with cross-functional software teams to accelerate Continuous Authority to Operate (cATO) processes and integrate robust, shift-left security practices. What We Do: Our team and products provide solutions to enable innovators to design, develop, verify, and advance critical systems, while accelerating innovation that advances our nation's security. By accelerating delivery of critical systems, Tangram is transforming the way our nation solves complex software challenges. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Pipeline Architecture, Leadership & Software Delivery Lead the architecture, design, and continuous optimization of enterprise CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI or alternative deployment platforms. Architect and mature GitOps workflows using FluxCD or ArgoCD to manage multi-cluster state across complex environments. Establish automated testing, automated vulnerability gates, caching strategies, and performance benchmarks to dramatically shorten build and release cycles. Provide tier-3 escalation support and root-cause analysis for build, deployment, or automation pipeline failures. Drive technical standards, best practices, and code reviews across DevOps/DevSecOps practices within the engineering organization. Infrastructure Architecture & Platform Engineering Architect, deploy, and maintain secure, highly available Cloud-Native infrastructure using AWS GovCloud and Kubernetes. Design scalable Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) frameworks (e.g., Terraform, OpenTofu) for automated provisioning of cloud, on-premises, and air-gapped environments. Establish containerization standards, custom Helm chart templates, and orchestration patterns across multi-tenant Kubernetes clusters. Lead deployment architectures and secure baseline configurations across multiple security enclaves (NIPRNet, SIPRNet, JWICS, C2S/SC2S). Continuous Security, cATO & Compliance Strategy Architect end-to-end "Shift-Left" security controls into the delivery workflow, including automated SAST/DAST, container scanning, software bill of materials (SBOM) generation, and dependency tracking. Lead compliance-as-code initiatives to enforce DoD Cybersecurity directives, STIGs, and NIST SP 800-53 controls to accelerate cATO approval frameworks. Champion the integration and adoption of DoD Enterprise DevSecOps reference architectures (e.g., Platform One, Big Bang) and hardened container pipelines using Iron Bank. Observability, Site Reliability & Platform Operations Architect enterprise observability and telemetry stacks (Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, Jaeger) to enable proactive system health monitoring, alert automation, and operational insights. Lead disaster recovery, high-availability, and business continuity strategy, including automated backup and restore procedures for core Kubernetes clusters and stateful services. Evaluate, pilot, and introduce emerging cloud-native and DevSecOps technologies to elevate overall team capabilities and platform efficiency. REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, or equivalent practical experience. Experience : 5+ years of hands-on experience in software deployment, cloud platform engineering, DevOps, or DevSecOps role in an enterprise or DoW environment. Clearance : U.S. Citizenship required; must possess an active Secret security clearance, or possess the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance. Core Technical Capabilities: Expert-level proficiency with AWS / AWS GovCloud, Kubernetes architecture, Docker/container runtimes, and Linux enterprise administration/scripting (Bash, Python, Go). Advanced experience designing enterprise-grade GitLab CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure orchestration with Terraform. DoD 8570/8140 Compliance: Active IAT Level II or IAM Level II/III certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, CISSP, CISM) Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% to client sites, customer locations, and industry conferences as required. Required to be present in Dayton, Ohio for frequent/weekly meetings in Dayton, Ohio and WPAFB. NICE TO HAVE SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Deep expertise in container security scanning and governance tools (e.g., Anchore, Trivy, SonarQube, NeuVector, Sysdig). Strong experience with central authentication and identity providers (Okta, Keycloak, OIDC/SAML). Proven experience mentoring mid-level and junior engineers on cloud-native practices, secure coding guidelines, and operational excellence. Strong technical writing ability to author architectural blueprints, compliance documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Excellent communication skills with the ability to bridge technical requirements between software development teams, product managers, and government stakeholders. Flexibility to support high-priority operational deployment windows or mission-critical outage resolutions. Direct hands-on experience with Air Force Platform One, Big Bang architecture, Iron Bank hardened container baselines, and AWS C2S/SC2S cloud environments. Proven track record assisting or leading cATO accreditation efforts for defense or intelligence customer software applications. WHAT WE OFFER We are committed to staying rooted in our core value of Team First . For that reason, we've designed a highly competitive benefits program and supportive work environment to engage employees and their families. Hybrid work options Flexible working hours, 10 paid holidays, and generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Employer-paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance Access to group rating plans for Life Insurance Employer contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA) Competitive 401(k) employer match A vibrant engineering culture that fosters transparency, collaboration, and continuous professional growth via internal tech community events (Lightning Talks, Integration Events) Tangram Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its application procedures and in accordance with federal law. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. EEO/AA Vet/Disabled Employer / E-Verify.
Job Description Job Description Tangram Flex is seeking a Senior DevSecOps / Platform Engineer with 5+ years of experience to lead and advance our cloud-native platform infrastructure, secure software delivery pipelines, and DevSecOps strategy. In this role, you will architect, optimize, and scale cloud-native application build environments and CI/CD pipelines supporting critical internal products and customer deployments across unclassified and classified domains. As a Senior Engineer, you will serve as a technical anchor-mentoring engineers, driving platform architecture decisions, and collaborating closely with cross-functional software teams to accelerate Continuous Authority to Operate (cATO) processes and integrate robust, shift-left security practices. What We Do: Our team and products provide solutions to enable innovators to design, develop, verify, and advance critical systems, while accelerating innovation that advances our nation's security. By accelerating delivery of critical systems, Tangram is transforming the way our nation solves complex software challenges. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Pipeline Architecture, Leadership & Software Delivery Lead the architecture, design, and continuous optimization of enterprise CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI or alternative deployment platforms. Architect and mature GitOps workflows using FluxCD or ArgoCD to manage multi-cluster state across complex environments. Establish automated testing, automated vulnerability gates, caching strategies, and performance benchmarks to dramatically shorten build and release cycles. Provide tier-3 escalation support and root-cause analysis for build, deployment, or automation pipeline failures. Drive technical standards, best practices, and code reviews across DevOps/DevSecOps practices within the engineering organization. Infrastructure Architecture & Platform Engineering Architect, deploy, and maintain secure, highly available Cloud-Native infrastructure using AWS GovCloud and Kubernetes. Design scalable Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) frameworks (e.g., Terraform, OpenTofu) for automated provisioning of cloud, on-premises, and air-gapped environments. Establish containerization standards, custom Helm chart templates, and orchestration patterns across multi-tenant Kubernetes clusters. Lead deployment architectures and secure baseline configurations across multiple security enclaves (NIPRNet, SIPRNet, JWICS, C2S/SC2S). Continuous Security, cATO & Compliance Strategy Architect end-to-end "Shift-Left" security controls into the delivery workflow, including automated SAST/DAST, container scanning, software bill of materials (SBOM) generation, and dependency tracking. Lead compliance-as-code initiatives to enforce DoD Cybersecurity directives, STIGs, and NIST SP 800-53 controls to accelerate cATO approval frameworks. Champion the integration and adoption of DoD Enterprise DevSecOps reference architectures (e.g., Platform One, Big Bang) and hardened container pipelines using Iron Bank. Observability, Site Reliability & Platform Operations Architect enterprise observability and telemetry stacks (Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, Jaeger) to enable proactive system health monitoring, alert automation, and operational insights. Lead disaster recovery, high-availability, and business continuity strategy, including automated backup and restore procedures for core Kubernetes clusters and stateful services. Evaluate, pilot, and introduce emerging cloud-native and DevSecOps technologies to elevate overall team capabilities and platform efficiency. REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, or equivalent practical experience. Experience : 5+ years of hands-on experience in software deployment, cloud platform engineering, DevOps, or DevSecOps role in an enterprise or DoW environment. Clearance : U.S. Citizenship required; must possess an active Secret security clearance, or possess the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance. Core Technical Capabilities: Expert-level proficiency with AWS / AWS GovCloud, Kubernetes architecture, Docker/container runtimes, and Linux enterprise administration/scripting (Bash, Python, Go). Advanced experience designing enterprise-grade GitLab CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure orchestration with Terraform. DoD 8570/8140 Compliance: Active IAT Level II or IAM Level II/III certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, CISSP, CISM) Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% to client sites, customer locations, and industry conferences as required. Required to be present in Dayton, Ohio for frequent/weekly meetings in Dayton, Ohio and WPAFB. NICE TO HAVE SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Deep expertise in container security scanning and governance tools (e.g., Anchore, Trivy, SonarQube, NeuVector, Sysdig). Strong experience with central authentication and identity providers (Okta, Keycloak, OIDC/SAML). Proven experience mentoring mid-level and junior engineers on cloud-native practices, secure coding guidelines, and operational excellence. Strong technical writing ability to author architectural blueprints, compliance documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Excellent communication skills with the ability to bridge technical requirements between software development teams, product managers, and government stakeholders. Flexibility to support high-priority operational deployment windows or mission-critical outage resolutions. Direct hands-on experience with Air Force Platform One, Big Bang architecture, Iron Bank hardened container baselines, and AWS C2S/SC2S cloud environments. Proven track record assisting or leading cATO accreditation efforts for defense or intelligence customer software applications. WHAT WE OFFER We are committed to staying rooted in our core value of Team First . For that reason, we've designed a highly competitive benefits program and supportive work environment to engage employees and their families. Hybrid work options Flexible working hours, 10 paid holidays, and generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Employer-paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance Access to group rating plans for Life Insurance Employer contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA) Competitive 401(k) employer match A vibrant engineering culture that fosters transparency, collaboration, and continuous professional growth via internal tech community events (Lightning Talks, Integration Events) Tangram Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its application procedures and in accordance with federal law. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. EEO/AA Vet/Disabled Employer / E-Verify.
