HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours per week SALARY: $163,550-$175,000 per year EMPLOYER: Advanced Bionics LLC JOBSITE: 28515 Westinghouse Place Valencia, CA 91355 Job Duties: Apply knowledge of engineering, biology, and bioelectrical principles to the research and development of electronic hardware and software systems lifecycle activities and new technologies for cochlear implants. Oversee the design, implementation, testing, and optimization of firmware (embedded software) that is critical to the performance and functionality of cochlear implant devices. Lead and manage a team of firmware and software engineers, using knowledge of embedded systems, low-level software development, and real-time operating systems. Provide guidance, mentoring, and technical expertise to drive excellence in firmware development for cochlear implants. Use good oral and written communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, signal processing experts, and quality assurance professionals, to define software requirements and ensure seamless integration with the overall system. Develop and maintain embedded software architecture, ensuring efficient and reliable operation of cochlear implant devices. Responsible for overseeing the entire firmware development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation in close collaboration with the Test Manager to ensure comprehensive and effective testing strategies are implemented. Use programming languages, such as C/C++, to effectively design and program firmware for cochlear implants. Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards, such as FDA guidelines, in the development and documentation of embedded software for medical devices. Drive continuous improvement in firmware development processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency, quality, and reliability. Collaborate with external stakeholders, such as research institutions and industry partners, to stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends in firmware development for cochlear implants. Supervises a team of Embedded Software Engineers and Firmware Engineers. Domestic and international travel (Canada and Switzerland) to manufacturing sites, office locations, and suppliers (up to 10%). Work on-site a minimum of 3 days/week and then may work remotely from home (within Los Angeles County). Schedule subject to director approval. Requirements: 1. U.S. Bachelors degree (or foreign degree equivalent) in Computer/Software Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related engineering field, and 4 years of experience as an Embedded Software Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Biomedical Engineer, or a related engineering occupation in the medical device industry. 2. Must have experience with the following: - Embedded Software Development - Embedded Systems - Cochlear Implants - Firmware Development Lifecycle - Low-level Software Development - Real-time Operating Systems - C/C++ Programming - Regulatory Standards for Medical Devices 3. Must have good oral and written communication skills. 4. Domestic and international travel (Canada and Switzerland) to manufacturing sites, office locations, and suppliers (up to 10%). HYBRID REMOTE: Work on-site a minimum of 3 days/week and then may work remotely from home (within Los Angeles County). Schedule subject to director approval. To Apply, Email Resume to: Attn: K. Kirshenbaum/RE: MESE (email removed)
09/15/2026
HOURS: Full-time, 40 hours per week SALARY: $163,550-$175,000 per year EMPLOYER: Advanced Bionics LLC JOBSITE: 28515 Westinghouse Place Valencia, CA 91355 Job Duties: Apply knowledge of engineering, biology, and bioelectrical principles to the research and development of electronic hardware and software systems lifecycle activities and new technologies for cochlear implants. Oversee the design, implementation, testing, and optimization of firmware (embedded software) that is critical to the performance and functionality of cochlear implant devices. Lead and manage a team of firmware and software engineers, using knowledge of embedded systems, low-level software development, and real-time operating systems. Provide guidance, mentoring, and technical expertise to drive excellence in firmware development for cochlear implants. Use good oral and written communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, signal processing experts, and quality assurance professionals, to define software requirements and ensure seamless integration with the overall system. Develop and maintain embedded software architecture, ensuring efficient and reliable operation of cochlear implant devices. Responsible for overseeing the entire firmware development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation in close collaboration with the Test Manager to ensure comprehensive and effective testing strategies are implemented. Use programming languages, such as C/C++, to effectively design and program firmware for cochlear implants. Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards, such as FDA guidelines, in the development and documentation of embedded software for medical devices. Drive continuous improvement in firmware development processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency, quality, and reliability. Collaborate with external stakeholders, such as research institutions and industry partners, to stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends in firmware development for cochlear implants. Supervises a team of Embedded Software Engineers and Firmware Engineers. Domestic and international travel (Canada and Switzerland) to manufacturing sites, office locations, and suppliers (up to 10%). Work on-site a minimum of 3 days/week and then may work remotely from home (within Los Angeles County). Schedule subject to director approval. Requirements: 1. U.S. Bachelors degree (or foreign degree equivalent) in Computer/Software Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related engineering field, and 4 years of experience as an Embedded Software Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Biomedical Engineer, or a related engineering occupation in the medical device industry. 2. Must have experience with the following: - Embedded Software Development - Embedded Systems - Cochlear Implants - Firmware Development Lifecycle - Low-level Software Development - Real-time Operating Systems - C/C++ Programming - Regulatory Standards for Medical Devices 3. Must have good oral and written communication skills. 4. Domestic and international travel (Canada and Switzerland) to manufacturing sites, office locations, and suppliers (up to 10%). HYBRID REMOTE: Work on-site a minimum of 3 days/week and then may work remotely from home (within Los Angeles County). Schedule subject to director approval. To Apply, Email Resume to: Attn: K. Kirshenbaum/RE: MESE (email removed)
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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's Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking a Software Engineering (CoTE) Director to support Software-related efforts. This leadership opportunity reports to the Software Center of Technical Excellence Director, and will be located at one of our core sites (Melbourne, FL; Oklahoma City, OK; Palmdale, CA; San Diego, CA; or El Segundo, CA). Candidates must be willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time. The Director will unite programs, engineers, and technical experts under a shared set of tools, processes, and practices to ensure a consistent, cohesive, and collaborative approach across all AS sector programs. The ideal Director is an influential connector and trusted steward of their discipline - combining deep technical expertise with a passion for technical training and development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Provide leadership and define strategic vision for technical priorities within Software discipline, aligned to long-term sector strategy. Develop the strategy, plan, execute and deploy software frameworks that assist with software development in flight critical software, mission software, full-stack software applications on ground stations, full stack software on training platforms Stand-up technical standards into a Everything-as-code ecosystem Regularly interface with EI&E discipline leads to identify program needs and close gaps in engineering tools, processes, digital solutions, and technical training. Lead the development, deployment, and sustainment of sector-wide engineering tools, standardized processes, digital solutions, and technical training ensuring they are relevant, scalable, and interoperable across programs. Oversee and allocate the discipline's NCTA and indirect budgets to strengthen technical excellence; advance tools, processes, and workforce capabilities; and generate measurable impact on program performance and future competitiveness. Represent the discipline in sector-wide and enterprise-wide technical development efforts related to technical development, technical career pathing, technical training, and critical skills investment. Participate in sector-level talent reviews and succession planning to maintain discipline-wide visibility into talent strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities. Provide leadership, alignment, and support to NG Fellows within the discipline to advance sector- and enterprise-wide emerging technologies and future workforce capabilities. Contribute technical expertise and process leadership in major proposal reviews, program reviews, independent technical reviews, program stand-up reviews, NCTA and indirect activities, and other sector-wide improvement efforts. Act as a trusted advisor to help resolve technical performance shortfalls through root cause analysis, corrective action planning, long-term verification of improvement. Capture, share, and embed lessons learned and best practices across programs to continuously raise the bar for technical performance. Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others. Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline AND 9 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions, OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions Minimum 6 years of Software leadership/management experience in an integrated product team environment leading agile development teams Experience working across the total software program lifecycle Expertise in establishing engineering standards, tools, and processes at scale. Experience with or exposure to digital design initiatives and solutions Experience with commercial Software licensing models and managing commercial software tool portfolios Knowledge of modern industry practices for developing software defined systems. Experience in Avionics, Vehicle, Systems Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Test processes and tools where they overlap and/or are adjacent to Software processes and tools. (e.g. Software defined LRUs, Software Configuration Management, Software Integration and Test, Software procurement, auto-generated GNC Software.) Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government issued Secret clearance that is in scope or currently enrolled in continuous evaluation, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance as determined by business needs Must be able to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading the design, implementation and deployment of an "everything as code" ecosystem, including infrastructure, configuration, policies, pipelines, environments and application/platform components. Experience leading teams that develop reusable software frameworks, platforms and developer tooling that are used and adopted across multiple projects, teams or products. Experience in defining and developing software processes and defining tools in alignment with the DOD Dev Ops Reference architecture Experience with transitioning teams into an Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted environment, using Large Language Models (LLM) and agentic services Active U.S. Government in-scope Secret security clearance. Current Special Program Access (PAR). MS or MBA degree Program management experience Continuous improvement mindset with experience leading process optimization. Strategic, systems-level thinker who can build alignment across functional and program boundaries. Primary Level Salary Range: $166,800.00 - $305,900.00 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.
09/15/2026
Full time
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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's Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking a Software Engineering (CoTE) Director to support Software-related efforts. This leadership opportunity reports to the Software Center of Technical Excellence Director, and will be located at one of our core sites (Melbourne, FL; Oklahoma City, OK; Palmdale, CA; San Diego, CA; or El Segundo, CA). Candidates must be willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time. The Director will unite programs, engineers, and technical experts under a shared set of tools, processes, and practices to ensure a consistent, cohesive, and collaborative approach across all AS sector programs. The ideal Director is an influential connector and trusted steward of their discipline - combining deep technical expertise with a passion for technical training and development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Provide leadership and define strategic vision for technical priorities within Software discipline, aligned to long-term sector strategy. Develop the strategy, plan, execute and deploy software frameworks that assist with software development in flight critical software, mission software, full-stack software applications on ground stations, full stack software on training platforms Stand-up technical standards into a Everything-as-code ecosystem Regularly interface with EI&E discipline leads to identify program needs and close gaps in engineering tools, processes, digital solutions, and technical training. Lead the development, deployment, and sustainment of sector-wide engineering tools, standardized processes, digital solutions, and technical training ensuring they are relevant, scalable, and interoperable across programs. Oversee and allocate the discipline's NCTA and indirect budgets to strengthen technical excellence; advance tools, processes, and workforce capabilities; and generate measurable impact on program performance and future competitiveness. Represent the discipline in sector-wide and enterprise-wide technical development efforts related to technical development, technical career pathing, technical training, and critical skills investment. Participate in sector-level talent reviews and succession planning to maintain discipline-wide visibility into talent strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities. Provide leadership, alignment, and support to NG Fellows within the discipline to advance sector- and enterprise-wide emerging technologies and future workforce capabilities. Contribute technical expertise and process leadership in major proposal reviews, program reviews, independent technical reviews, program stand-up reviews, NCTA and indirect activities, and other sector-wide improvement efforts. Act as a trusted advisor to help resolve technical performance shortfalls through root cause analysis, corrective action planning, long-term verification of improvement. Capture, share, and embed lessons learned and best practices across programs to continuously raise the bar for technical performance. Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others. Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline AND 9 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions, OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions Minimum 6 years of Software leadership/management experience in an integrated product team environment leading agile development teams Experience working across the total software program lifecycle Expertise in establishing engineering standards, tools, and processes at scale. Experience with or exposure to digital design initiatives and solutions Experience with commercial Software licensing models and managing commercial software tool portfolios Knowledge of modern industry practices for developing software defined systems. Experience in Avionics, Vehicle, Systems Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Test processes and tools where they overlap and/or are adjacent to Software processes and tools. (e.g. Software defined LRUs, Software Configuration Management, Software Integration and Test, Software procurement, auto-generated GNC Software.) Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government issued Secret clearance that is in scope or currently enrolled in continuous evaluation, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance as determined by business needs Must be able to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading the design, implementation and deployment of an "everything as code" ecosystem, including infrastructure, configuration, policies, pipelines, environments and application/platform components. Experience leading teams that develop reusable software frameworks, platforms and developer tooling that are used and adopted across multiple projects, teams or products. Experience in defining and developing software processes and defining tools in alignment with the DOD Dev Ops Reference architecture Experience with transitioning teams into an Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted environment, using Large Language Models (LLM) and agentic services Active U.S. Government in-scope Secret security clearance. Current Special Program Access (PAR). MS or MBA degree Program management experience Continuous improvement mindset with experience leading process optimization. Strategic, systems-level thinker who can build alignment across functional and program boundaries. Primary Level Salary Range: $166,800.00 - $305,900.00 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: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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's Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking a Software Engineering (CoTE) Director to support Software-related efforts. This leadership opportunity reports to the Software Center of Technical Excellence Director, and will be located at one of our core sites (Melbourne, FL; Oklahoma City, OK; Palmdale, CA; San Diego, CA; or El Segundo, CA). Candidates must be willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time. The Director will unite programs, engineers, and technical experts under a shared set of tools, processes, and practices to ensure a consistent, cohesive, and collaborative approach across all AS sector programs. The ideal Director is an influential connector and trusted steward of their discipline - combining deep technical expertise with a passion for technical training and development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Provide leadership and define strategic vision for technical priorities within Software discipline, aligned to long-term sector strategy. Develop the strategy, plan, execute and deploy software frameworks that assist with software development in flight critical software, mission software, full-stack software applications on ground stations, full stack software on training platforms Stand-up technical standards into a Everything-as-code ecosystem Regularly interface with EI&E discipline leads to identify program needs and close gaps in engineering tools, processes, digital solutions, and technical training. Lead the development, deployment, and sustainment of sector-wide engineering tools, standardized processes, digital solutions, and technical training ensuring they are relevant, scalable, and interoperable across programs. Oversee and allocate the discipline's NCTA and indirect budgets to strengthen technical excellence; advance tools, processes, and workforce capabilities; and generate measurable impact on program performance and future competitiveness. Represent the discipline in sector-wide and enterprise-wide technical development efforts related to technical development, technical career pathing, technical training, and critical skills investment. Participate in sector-level talent reviews and succession planning to maintain discipline-wide visibility into talent strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities. Provide leadership, alignment, and support to NG Fellows within the discipline to advance sector- and enterprise-wide emerging technologies and future workforce capabilities. Contribute technical expertise and process leadership in major proposal reviews, program reviews, independent technical reviews, program stand-up reviews, NCTA and indirect activities, and other sector-wide improvement efforts. Act as a trusted advisor to help resolve technical performance shortfalls through root cause analysis, corrective action planning, long-term verification of improvement. Capture, share, and embed lessons learned and best practices across programs to continuously raise the bar for technical performance. Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others. Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline AND 9 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions, OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions Minimum 6 years of Software leadership/management experience in an integrated product team environment leading agile development teams Experience working across the total software program lifecycle Expertise in establishing engineering standards, tools, and processes at scale. Experience with or exposure to digital design initiatives and solutions Experience with commercial Software licensing models and managing commercial software tool portfolios Knowledge of modern industry practices for developing software defined systems. Experience in Avionics, Vehicle, Systems Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Test processes and tools where they overlap and/or are adjacent to Software processes and tools. (e.g. Software defined LRUs, Software Configuration Management, Software Integration and Test, Software procurement, auto-generated GNC Software.) Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government issued Secret clearance that is in scope or currently enrolled in continuous evaluation, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance as determined by business needs Must be able to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading the design, implementation and deployment of an "everything as code" ecosystem, including infrastructure, configuration, policies, pipelines, environments and application/platform components. Experience leading teams that develop reusable software frameworks, platforms and developer tooling that are used and adopted across multiple projects, teams or products. Experience in defining and developing software processes and defining tools in alignment with the DOD Dev Ops Reference architecture Experience with transitioning teams into an Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted environment, using Large Language Models (LLM) and agentic services Active U.S. Government in-scope Secret security clearance. Current Special Program Access (PAR). MS or MBA degree Program management experience Continuous improvement mindset with experience leading process optimization. Strategic, systems-level thinker who can build alignment across functional and program boundaries. Primary Level Salary Range: $166,800.00 - $305,900.00 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.
09/15/2026
Full time
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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's Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking a Software Engineering (CoTE) Director to support Software-related efforts. This leadership opportunity reports to the Software Center of Technical Excellence Director, and will be located at one of our core sites (Melbourne, FL; Oklahoma City, OK; Palmdale, CA; San Diego, CA; or El Segundo, CA). Candidates must be willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time. The Director will unite programs, engineers, and technical experts under a shared set of tools, processes, and practices to ensure a consistent, cohesive, and collaborative approach across all AS sector programs. The ideal Director is an influential connector and trusted steward of their discipline - combining deep technical expertise with a passion for technical training and development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Provide leadership and define strategic vision for technical priorities within Software discipline, aligned to long-term sector strategy. Develop the strategy, plan, execute and deploy software frameworks that assist with software development in flight critical software, mission software, full-stack software applications on ground stations, full stack software on training platforms Stand-up technical standards into a Everything-as-code ecosystem Regularly interface with EI&E discipline leads to identify program needs and close gaps in engineering tools, processes, digital solutions, and technical training. Lead the development, deployment, and sustainment of sector-wide engineering tools, standardized processes, digital solutions, and technical training ensuring they are relevant, scalable, and interoperable across programs. Oversee and allocate the discipline's NCTA and indirect budgets to strengthen technical excellence; advance tools, processes, and workforce capabilities; and generate measurable impact on program performance and future competitiveness. Represent the discipline in sector-wide and enterprise-wide technical development efforts related to technical development, technical career pathing, technical training, and critical skills investment. Participate in sector-level talent reviews and succession planning to maintain discipline-wide visibility into talent strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities. Provide leadership, alignment, and support to NG Fellows within the discipline to advance sector- and enterprise-wide emerging technologies and future workforce capabilities. Contribute technical expertise and process leadership in major proposal reviews, program reviews, independent technical reviews, program stand-up reviews, NCTA and indirect activities, and other sector-wide improvement efforts. Act as a trusted advisor to help resolve technical performance shortfalls through root cause analysis, corrective action planning, long-term verification of improvement. Capture, share, and embed lessons learned and best practices across programs to continuously raise the bar for technical performance. Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others. Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline AND 9 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions, OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions Minimum 6 years of Software leadership/management experience in an integrated product team environment leading agile development teams Experience working across the total software program lifecycle Expertise in establishing engineering standards, tools, and processes at scale. Experience with or exposure to digital design initiatives and solutions Experience with commercial Software licensing models and managing commercial software tool portfolios Knowledge of modern industry practices for developing software defined systems. Experience in Avionics, Vehicle, Systems Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Test processes and tools where they overlap and/or are adjacent to Software processes and tools. (e.g. Software defined LRUs, Software Configuration Management, Software Integration and Test, Software procurement, auto-generated GNC Software.) Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government issued Secret clearance that is in scope or currently enrolled in continuous evaluation, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance as determined by business needs Must be able to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading the design, implementation and deployment of an "everything as code" ecosystem, including infrastructure, configuration, policies, pipelines, environments and application/platform components. Experience leading teams that develop reusable software frameworks, platforms and developer tooling that are used and adopted across multiple projects, teams or products. Experience in defining and developing software processes and defining tools in alignment with the DOD Dev Ops Reference architecture Experience with transitioning teams into an Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted environment, using Large Language Models (LLM) and agentic services Active U.S. Government in-scope Secret security clearance. Current Special Program Access (PAR). MS or MBA degree Program management experience Continuous improvement mindset with experience leading process optimization. Strategic, systems-level thinker who can build alignment across functional and program boundaries. Primary Level Salary Range: $166,800.00 - $305,900.00 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: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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's Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking a Software Engineering (CoTE) Director to support Software-related efforts. This leadership opportunity reports to the Software Center of Technical Excellence Director, and will be located at one of our core sites (Melbourne, FL; Oklahoma City, OK; Palmdale, CA; San Diego, CA; or El Segundo, CA). Candidates must be willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time. The Director will unite programs, engineers, and technical experts under a shared set of tools, processes, and practices to ensure a consistent, cohesive, and collaborative approach across all AS sector programs. The ideal Director is an influential connector and trusted steward of their discipline - combining deep technical expertise with a passion for technical training and development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Provide leadership and define strategic vision for technical priorities within Software discipline, aligned to long-term sector strategy. Develop the strategy, plan, execute and deploy software frameworks that assist with software development in flight critical software, mission software, full-stack software applications on ground stations, full stack software on training platforms Stand-up technical standards into a Everything-as-code ecosystem Regularly interface with EI&E discipline leads to identify program needs and close gaps in engineering tools, processes, digital solutions, and technical training. Lead the development, deployment, and sustainment of sector-wide engineering tools, standardized processes, digital solutions, and technical training ensuring they are relevant, scalable, and interoperable across programs. Oversee and allocate the discipline's NCTA and indirect budgets to strengthen technical excellence; advance tools, processes, and workforce capabilities; and generate measurable impact on program performance and future competitiveness. Represent the discipline in sector-wide and enterprise-wide technical development efforts related to technical development, technical career pathing, technical training, and critical skills investment. Participate in sector-level talent reviews and succession planning to maintain discipline-wide visibility into talent strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities. Provide leadership, alignment, and support to NG Fellows within the discipline to advance sector- and enterprise-wide emerging technologies and future workforce capabilities. Contribute technical expertise and process leadership in major proposal reviews, program reviews, independent technical reviews, program stand-up reviews, NCTA and indirect activities, and other sector-wide improvement efforts. Act as a trusted advisor to help resolve technical performance shortfalls through root cause analysis, corrective action planning, long-term verification of improvement. Capture, share, and embed lessons learned and best practices across programs to continuously raise the bar for technical performance. Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others. Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline AND 9 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions, OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions Minimum 6 years of Software leadership/management experience in an integrated product team environment leading agile development teams Experience working across the total software program lifecycle Expertise in establishing engineering standards, tools, and processes at scale. Experience with or exposure to digital design initiatives and solutions Experience with commercial Software licensing models and managing commercial software tool portfolios Knowledge of modern industry practices for developing software defined systems. Experience in Avionics, Vehicle, Systems Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Test processes and tools where they overlap and/or are adjacent to Software processes and tools. (e.g. Software defined LRUs, Software Configuration Management, Software Integration and Test, Software procurement, auto-generated GNC Software.) Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government issued Secret clearance that is in scope or currently enrolled in continuous evaluation, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance as determined by business needs Must be able to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading the design, implementation and deployment of an "everything as code" ecosystem, including infrastructure, configuration, policies, pipelines, environments and application/platform components. Experience leading teams that develop reusable software frameworks, platforms and developer tooling that are used and adopted across multiple projects, teams or products. Experience in defining and developing software processes and defining tools in alignment with the DOD Dev Ops Reference architecture Experience with transitioning teams into an Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted environment, using Large Language Models (LLM) and agentic services Active U.S. Government in-scope Secret security clearance. Current Special Program Access (PAR). MS or MBA degree Program management experience Continuous improvement mindset with experience leading process optimization. Strategic, systems-level thinker who can build alignment across functional and program boundaries. Primary Level Salary Range: $166,800.00 - $305,900.00 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.
09/15/2026
Full time
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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's Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking a Software Engineering (CoTE) Director to support Software-related efforts. This leadership opportunity reports to the Software Center of Technical Excellence Director, and will be located at one of our core sites (Melbourne, FL; Oklahoma City, OK; Palmdale, CA; San Diego, CA; or El Segundo, CA). Candidates must be willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time. The Director will unite programs, engineers, and technical experts under a shared set of tools, processes, and practices to ensure a consistent, cohesive, and collaborative approach across all AS sector programs. The ideal Director is an influential connector and trusted steward of their discipline - combining deep technical expertise with a passion for technical training and development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Provide leadership and define strategic vision for technical priorities within Software discipline, aligned to long-term sector strategy. Develop the strategy, plan, execute and deploy software frameworks that assist with software development in flight critical software, mission software, full-stack software applications on ground stations, full stack software on training platforms Stand-up technical standards into a Everything-as-code ecosystem Regularly interface with EI&E discipline leads to identify program needs and close gaps in engineering tools, processes, digital solutions, and technical training. Lead the development, deployment, and sustainment of sector-wide engineering tools, standardized processes, digital solutions, and technical training ensuring they are relevant, scalable, and interoperable across programs. Oversee and allocate the discipline's NCTA and indirect budgets to strengthen technical excellence; advance tools, processes, and workforce capabilities; and generate measurable impact on program performance and future competitiveness. Represent the discipline in sector-wide and enterprise-wide technical development efforts related to technical development, technical career pathing, technical training, and critical skills investment. Participate in sector-level talent reviews and succession planning to maintain discipline-wide visibility into talent strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities. Provide leadership, alignment, and support to NG Fellows within the discipline to advance sector- and enterprise-wide emerging technologies and future workforce capabilities. Contribute technical expertise and process leadership in major proposal reviews, program reviews, independent technical reviews, program stand-up reviews, NCTA and indirect activities, and other sector-wide improvement efforts. Act as a trusted advisor to help resolve technical performance shortfalls through root cause analysis, corrective action planning, long-term verification of improvement. Capture, share, and embed lessons learned and best practices across programs to continuously raise the bar for technical performance. Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others. Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline AND 9 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions, OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions Minimum 6 years of Software leadership/management experience in an integrated product team environment leading agile development teams Experience working across the total software program lifecycle Expertise in establishing engineering standards, tools, and processes at scale. Experience with or exposure to digital design initiatives and solutions Experience with commercial Software licensing models and managing commercial software tool portfolios Knowledge of modern industry practices for developing software defined systems. Experience in Avionics, Vehicle, Systems Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Test processes and tools where they overlap and/or are adjacent to Software processes and tools. (e.g. Software defined LRUs, Software Configuration Management, Software Integration and Test, Software procurement, auto-generated GNC Software.) Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government issued Secret clearance that is in scope or currently enrolled in continuous evaluation, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance as determined by business needs Must be able to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading the design, implementation and deployment of an "everything as code" ecosystem, including infrastructure, configuration, policies, pipelines, environments and application/platform components. Experience leading teams that develop reusable software frameworks, platforms and developer tooling that are used and adopted across multiple projects, teams or products. Experience in defining and developing software processes and defining tools in alignment with the DOD Dev Ops Reference architecture Experience with transitioning teams into an Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted environment, using Large Language Models (LLM) and agentic services Active U.S. Government in-scope Secret security clearance. Current Special Program Access (PAR). MS or MBA degree Program management experience Continuous improvement mindset with experience leading process optimization. Strategic, systems-level thinker who can build alignment across functional and program boundaries. Primary Level Salary Range: $166,800.00 - $305,900.00 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: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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's Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking a Software Engineering (CoTE) Director to support Software-related efforts. This leadership opportunity reports to the Software Center of Technical Excellence Director, and will be located at one of our core sites (Melbourne, FL; Oklahoma City, OK; Palmdale, CA; San Diego, CA; or El Segundo, CA). Candidates must be willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time. The Director will unite programs, engineers, and technical experts under a shared set of tools, processes, and practices to ensure a consistent, cohesive, and collaborative approach across all AS sector programs. The ideal Director is an influential connector and trusted steward of their discipline - combining deep technical expertise with a passion for technical training and development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Provide leadership and define strategic vision for technical priorities within Software discipline, aligned to long-term sector strategy. Develop the strategy, plan, execute and deploy software frameworks that assist with software development in flight critical software, mission software, full-stack software applications on ground stations, full stack software on training platforms Stand-up technical standards into a Everything-as-code ecosystem Regularly interface with EI&E discipline leads to identify program needs and close gaps in engineering tools, processes, digital solutions, and technical training. Lead the development, deployment, and sustainment of sector-wide engineering tools, standardized processes, digital solutions, and technical training ensuring they are relevant, scalable, and interoperable across programs. Oversee and allocate the discipline's NCTA and indirect budgets to strengthen technical excellence; advance tools, processes, and workforce capabilities; and generate measurable impact on program performance and future competitiveness. Represent the discipline in sector-wide and enterprise-wide technical development efforts related to technical development, technical career pathing, technical training, and critical skills investment. Participate in sector-level talent reviews and succession planning to maintain discipline-wide visibility into talent strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities. Provide leadership, alignment, and support to NG Fellows within the discipline to advance sector- and enterprise-wide emerging technologies and future workforce capabilities. Contribute technical expertise and process leadership in major proposal reviews, program reviews, independent technical reviews, program stand-up reviews, NCTA and indirect activities, and other sector-wide improvement efforts. Act as a trusted advisor to help resolve technical performance shortfalls through root cause analysis, corrective action planning, long-term verification of improvement. Capture, share, and embed lessons learned and best practices across programs to continuously raise the bar for technical performance. Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others. Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline AND 9 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions, OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions Minimum 6 years of Software leadership/management experience in an integrated product team environment leading agile development teams Experience working across the total software program lifecycle Expertise in establishing engineering standards, tools, and processes at scale. Experience with or exposure to digital design initiatives and solutions Experience with commercial Software licensing models and managing commercial software tool portfolios Knowledge of modern industry practices for developing software defined systems. Experience in Avionics, Vehicle, Systems Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Test processes and tools where they overlap and/or are adjacent to Software processes and tools. (e.g. Software defined LRUs, Software Configuration Management, Software Integration and Test, Software procurement, auto-generated GNC Software.) Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government issued Secret clearance that is in scope or currently enrolled in continuous evaluation, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance as determined by business needs Must be able to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading the design, implementation and deployment of an "everything as code" ecosystem, including infrastructure, configuration, policies, pipelines, environments and application/platform components. Experience leading teams that develop reusable software frameworks, platforms and developer tooling that are used and adopted across multiple projects, teams or products. Experience in defining and developing software processes and defining tools in alignment with the DOD Dev Ops Reference architecture Experience with transitioning teams into an Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted environment, using Large Language Models (LLM) and agentic services Active U.S. Government in-scope Secret security clearance. Current Special Program Access (PAR). MS or MBA degree Program management experience Continuous improvement mindset with experience leading process optimization. Strategic, systems-level thinker who can build alignment across functional and program boundaries. Primary Level Salary Range: $166,800.00 - $305,900.00 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.
09/15/2026
Full time
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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's Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking a Software Engineering (CoTE) Director to support Software-related efforts. This leadership opportunity reports to the Software Center of Technical Excellence Director, and will be located at one of our core sites (Melbourne, FL; Oklahoma City, OK; Palmdale, CA; San Diego, CA; or El Segundo, CA). Candidates must be willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time. The Director will unite programs, engineers, and technical experts under a shared set of tools, processes, and practices to ensure a consistent, cohesive, and collaborative approach across all AS sector programs. The ideal Director is an influential connector and trusted steward of their discipline - combining deep technical expertise with a passion for technical training and development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Provide leadership and define strategic vision for technical priorities within Software discipline, aligned to long-term sector strategy. Develop the strategy, plan, execute and deploy software frameworks that assist with software development in flight critical software, mission software, full-stack software applications on ground stations, full stack software on training platforms Stand-up technical standards into a Everything-as-code ecosystem Regularly interface with EI&E discipline leads to identify program needs and close gaps in engineering tools, processes, digital solutions, and technical training. Lead the development, deployment, and sustainment of sector-wide engineering tools, standardized processes, digital solutions, and technical training ensuring they are relevant, scalable, and interoperable across programs. Oversee and allocate the discipline's NCTA and indirect budgets to strengthen technical excellence; advance tools, processes, and workforce capabilities; and generate measurable impact on program performance and future competitiveness. Represent the discipline in sector-wide and enterprise-wide technical development efforts related to technical development, technical career pathing, technical training, and critical skills investment. Participate in sector-level talent reviews and succession planning to maintain discipline-wide visibility into talent strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities. Provide leadership, alignment, and support to NG Fellows within the discipline to advance sector- and enterprise-wide emerging technologies and future workforce capabilities. Contribute technical expertise and process leadership in major proposal reviews, program reviews, independent technical reviews, program stand-up reviews, NCTA and indirect activities, and other sector-wide improvement efforts. Act as a trusted advisor to help resolve technical performance shortfalls through root cause analysis, corrective action planning, long-term verification of improvement. Capture, share, and embed lessons learned and best practices across programs to continuously raise the bar for technical performance. Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others. Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline AND 9 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions, OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions Minimum 6 years of Software leadership/management experience in an integrated product team environment leading agile development teams Experience working across the total software program lifecycle Expertise in establishing engineering standards, tools, and processes at scale. Experience with or exposure to digital design initiatives and solutions Experience with commercial Software licensing models and managing commercial software tool portfolios Knowledge of modern industry practices for developing software defined systems. Experience in Avionics, Vehicle, Systems Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Test processes and tools where they overlap and/or are adjacent to Software processes and tools. (e.g. Software defined LRUs, Software Configuration Management, Software Integration and Test, Software procurement, auto-generated GNC Software.) Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government issued Secret clearance that is in scope or currently enrolled in continuous evaluation, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance as determined by business needs Must be able to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading the design, implementation and deployment of an "everything as code" ecosystem, including infrastructure, configuration, policies, pipelines, environments and application/platform components. Experience leading teams that develop reusable software frameworks, platforms and developer tooling that are used and adopted across multiple projects, teams or products. Experience in defining and developing software processes and defining tools in alignment with the DOD Dev Ops Reference architecture Experience with transitioning teams into an Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted environment, using Large Language Models (LLM) and agentic services Active U.S. Government in-scope Secret security clearance. Current Special Program Access (PAR). MS or MBA degree Program management experience Continuous improvement mindset with experience leading process optimization. Strategic, systems-level thinker who can build alignment across functional and program boundaries. Primary Level Salary Range: $166,800.00 - $305,900.00 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: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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's Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking a Software Engineering (CoTE) Director to support Software-related efforts. This leadership opportunity reports to the Software Center of Technical Excellence Director, and will be located at one of our core sites (Melbourne, FL; Oklahoma City, OK; Palmdale, CA; San Diego, CA; or El Segundo, CA). Candidates must be willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time. The Director will unite programs, engineers, and technical experts under a shared set of tools, processes, and practices to ensure a consistent, cohesive, and collaborative approach across all AS sector programs. The ideal Director is an influential connector and trusted steward of their discipline - combining deep technical expertise with a passion for technical training and development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Provide leadership and define strategic vision for technical priorities within Software discipline, aligned to long-term sector strategy. Develop the strategy, plan, execute and deploy software frameworks that assist with software development in flight critical software, mission software, full-stack software applications on ground stations, full stack software on training platforms Stand-up technical standards into a Everything-as-code ecosystem Regularly interface with EI&E discipline leads to identify program needs and close gaps in engineering tools, processes, digital solutions, and technical training. Lead the development, deployment, and sustainment of sector-wide engineering tools, standardized processes, digital solutions, and technical training ensuring they are relevant, scalable, and interoperable across programs. Oversee and allocate the discipline's NCTA and indirect budgets to strengthen technical excellence; advance tools, processes, and workforce capabilities; and generate measurable impact on program performance and future competitiveness. Represent the discipline in sector-wide and enterprise-wide technical development efforts related to technical development, technical career pathing, technical training, and critical skills investment. Participate in sector-level talent reviews and succession planning to maintain discipline-wide visibility into talent strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities. Provide leadership, alignment, and support to NG Fellows within the discipline to advance sector- and enterprise-wide emerging technologies and future workforce capabilities. Contribute technical expertise and process leadership in major proposal reviews, program reviews, independent technical reviews, program stand-up reviews, NCTA and indirect activities, and other sector-wide improvement efforts. Act as a trusted advisor to help resolve technical performance shortfalls through root cause analysis, corrective action planning, long-term verification of improvement. Capture, share, and embed lessons learned and best practices across programs to continuously raise the bar for technical performance. Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others. Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline AND 9 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions, OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions Minimum 6 years of Software leadership/management experience in an integrated product team environment leading agile development teams Experience working across the total software program lifecycle Expertise in establishing engineering standards, tools, and processes at scale. Experience with or exposure to digital design initiatives and solutions Experience with commercial Software licensing models and managing commercial software tool portfolios Knowledge of modern industry practices for developing software defined systems. Experience in Avionics, Vehicle, Systems Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Test processes and tools where they overlap and/or are adjacent to Software processes and tools. (e.g. Software defined LRUs, Software Configuration Management, Software Integration and Test, Software procurement, auto-generated GNC Software.) Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government issued Secret clearance that is in scope or currently enrolled in continuous evaluation, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance as determined by business needs Must be able to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading the design, implementation and deployment of an "everything as code" ecosystem, including infrastructure, configuration, policies, pipelines, environments and application/platform components. Experience leading teams that develop reusable software frameworks, platforms and developer tooling that are used and adopted across multiple projects, teams or products. Experience in defining and developing software processes and defining tools in alignment with the DOD Dev Ops Reference architecture Experience with transitioning teams into an Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted environment, using Large Language Models (LLM) and agentic services Active U.S. Government in-scope Secret security clearance. Current Special Program Access (PAR). MS or MBA degree Program management experience Continuous improvement mindset with experience leading process optimization. Strategic, systems-level thinker who can build alignment across functional and program boundaries. Primary Level Salary Range: $166,800.00 - $305,900.00 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.
09/14/2026
Full time
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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's Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking a Software Engineering (CoTE) Director to support Software-related efforts. This leadership opportunity reports to the Software Center of Technical Excellence Director, and will be located at one of our core sites (Melbourne, FL; Oklahoma City, OK; Palmdale, CA; San Diego, CA; or El Segundo, CA). Candidates must be willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time. The Director will unite programs, engineers, and technical experts under a shared set of tools, processes, and practices to ensure a consistent, cohesive, and collaborative approach across all AS sector programs. The ideal Director is an influential connector and trusted steward of their discipline - combining deep technical expertise with a passion for technical training and development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Provide leadership and define strategic vision for technical priorities within Software discipline, aligned to long-term sector strategy. Develop the strategy, plan, execute and deploy software frameworks that assist with software development in flight critical software, mission software, full-stack software applications on ground stations, full stack software on training platforms Stand-up technical standards into a Everything-as-code ecosystem Regularly interface with EI&E discipline leads to identify program needs and close gaps in engineering tools, processes, digital solutions, and technical training. Lead the development, deployment, and sustainment of sector-wide engineering tools, standardized processes, digital solutions, and technical training ensuring they are relevant, scalable, and interoperable across programs. Oversee and allocate the discipline's NCTA and indirect budgets to strengthen technical excellence; advance tools, processes, and workforce capabilities; and generate measurable impact on program performance and future competitiveness. Represent the discipline in sector-wide and enterprise-wide technical development efforts related to technical development, technical career pathing, technical training, and critical skills investment. Participate in sector-level talent reviews and succession planning to maintain discipline-wide visibility into talent strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities. Provide leadership, alignment, and support to NG Fellows within the discipline to advance sector- and enterprise-wide emerging technologies and future workforce capabilities. Contribute technical expertise and process leadership in major proposal reviews, program reviews, independent technical reviews, program stand-up reviews, NCTA and indirect activities, and other sector-wide improvement efforts. Act as a trusted advisor to help resolve technical performance shortfalls through root cause analysis, corrective action planning, long-term verification of improvement. Capture, share, and embed lessons learned and best practices across programs to continuously raise the bar for technical performance. Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others. Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline AND 9 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions, OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions Minimum 6 years of Software leadership/management experience in an integrated product team environment leading agile development teams Experience working across the total software program lifecycle Expertise in establishing engineering standards, tools, and processes at scale. Experience with or exposure to digital design initiatives and solutions Experience with commercial Software licensing models and managing commercial software tool portfolios Knowledge of modern industry practices for developing software defined systems. Experience in Avionics, Vehicle, Systems Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Test processes and tools where they overlap and/or are adjacent to Software processes and tools. (e.g. Software defined LRUs, Software Configuration Management, Software Integration and Test, Software procurement, auto-generated GNC Software.) Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government issued Secret clearance that is in scope or currently enrolled in continuous evaluation, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance as determined by business needs Must be able to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading the design, implementation and deployment of an "everything as code" ecosystem, including infrastructure, configuration, policies, pipelines, environments and application/platform components. Experience leading teams that develop reusable software frameworks, platforms and developer tooling that are used and adopted across multiple projects, teams or products. Experience in defining and developing software processes and defining tools in alignment with the DOD Dev Ops Reference architecture Experience with transitioning teams into an Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted environment, using Large Language Models (LLM) and agentic services Active U.S. Government in-scope Secret security clearance. Current Special Program Access (PAR). MS or MBA degree Program management experience Continuous improvement mindset with experience leading process optimization. Strategic, systems-level thinker who can build alignment across functional and program boundaries. Primary Level Salary Range: $166,800.00 - $305,900.00 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.
Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs. The Opportunity USAA Mainframe Infrastructure team is looking for Senior level Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer professional responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and tuning of IBM's Customer Information Control System (CICS) on mainframe z/OS operating systems. At USAA, CICS is a middleware platform crucial for managing high-volume, online transaction processing. The core responsibilities of a Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer include: System Installation and Maintenance: Installing, configuring, upgrading, and maintaining CICS Transaction Server and related software. This involves applying vendor patches, fixes, and new product releases, often using tools like SMP/E. Performance and Capacity Management: Monitoring CICS system performance, identifying bottlenecks, and tuning CICS regions to meet service level agreements (SLAs). This may involve analyzing performance data using tools such as Intellimagic, RMF and BMC Mainview. Problem Resolution: Troubleshooting and debugging complex system and application issues, which can include analyzing system dumps and collaborating with application developers and software vendors for solutions. Developer Support: Providing technical support to application development teams, which includes setting up and managing CICS regions and defining necessary application resources. System Integration: Working with other z/OS systems programmers to integrate CICS with other mainframe subsystems, such as DB2 (database management) and MQ (messaging). Security and Disaster Recovery: Implementing and maintaining CICS security protocols (e.g., using RACF) and assisting in the planning, testing, and execution of disaster recovery procedures. Automation: Developing and implementing automation scripts (e.g., using REXX) to streamline system management and improve efficiency. This role requires a strong understanding of CICS architecture, z/OS operating systems, and related mainframe technologies. Proficiency in programming languages like COBOL, JCL, and REXX, along with experience in mainframe tools and utilities, is essential. The work environment is typically dynamic and may require after-hours or on-call support to maintain the availability of mission-critical applications. Responsible for creating, modifying, maintaining and supporting infrastructure and individual and integrated system components and solutions that enable IT Services. Balance availability, security, efficiency and functional requirements to help provide an optimized production service. Identify and manage existing and emerging risks that stem from business activities and ensure these risks are effectively identified and escalated to be measured, monitored and controlled. We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, Charlotte, NC, Phoenix, AZ, or Tampa, FL. Relocation assistance is IS available for this position. What you'll do: Independently designs scalable IT system infrastructure, provides oversight and priority for system change - reserves execution for complex implementations, and automates service delivery and maintenance tasks; provides direction and priority for monitoring and tooling activities. Independently resolves highly complex technology production issues and leads troubleshooting of end-to-end solutions that span across multiple systems. Leads analysis of end-to-end system failures to identify opportunities across multiple systems. Makes recommendations to business leaders on best solutions. Independently experiments with new patterns and technologies. Helps establish and improve engineering best practices, concepts, and patterns with peers and the business. Understands the customer and proactively identifies innovative solutions and ideas for the product/business. Mentors' engineers, coach engineers on design, development, and maintenance of systems. Develop software defined infrastructure in code in CI/CD Pipelines. Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. What you have: Bachelor's Degree or 4 additional years of experience beyond the minimum requirement can be used in lieu of a degree. 6 years of infrastructure experience demonstrating depth of technical understanding within a specific discipline(s)/technology(s) to include 2 years' experience in Systems Operations environment supporting complex environment deployment and infrastructure management activities or applicable IT experience such as IT Management, Software Development, Data Engineering, and Agile Product/Release Management. 4 years of experience in creating, modifying, and maintaining infrastructure and individual system components. Advanced level of business acumen in the areas of business operations, risk management, industry practices and emerging trends. Knowledge and proficient understanding of designing scalable IT system infrastructures, implementing system changes, or automating service delivery and maintenance tasks. Demonstrated experience working with cloud technologies and tools. What sets you apart: Extensive CICS Experience: Typically, 7-10+ years of hands-on experience as a CICS Systems Programmer in a z/OS mainframe environment. This includes deep knowledge of CICS Transaction Server (TS), CTG, and CPSM architecture, internals, and system exits. Installation and Maintenance Proficiency: Strong expertise in CICS installation, configuration, and maintenance, often including complex Independent Software Vendor (ISV) installations and upgrades. Scripting and Programming Languages: Proficient in JCL, REXX, and other mainframe scripting languages. Familiarity with COBOL, Assembler, and PL/I is also beneficial. SMP/E Proficiency: Experience with SMP/E (System Modification Program/Extended) for installing and maintaining software. z/OS Expertise: In-depth knowledge of z/OS operating systems, including configuration, maintenance, and tuning. Performance Tuning and Monitoring: Experience with CICS performance tuning and the use of monitoring tools (e.g., RMF, Intellimagic, BMC Mainview). z/OS Subsystems: Understanding of other z/OS subsystems such as DB2, MQ, JES2, z/OS connect, IMS and TCP/IP. Security: Experience with CICS security, often using RACF or equivalent tools. Automation and Scheduling: Familiarity with automation tools, job scheduling, and monitoring tools. Disaster Recovery: Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing. Mainframe Hardware: Understanding of mainframe hardware and architecture to optimize system performance. IBM Certified Specialist - CICS Transaction Server for z/OS: This certification is desired. Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $114,080-$218,030. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting. . click apply for full job details
09/14/2026
Full time
Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs. The Opportunity USAA Mainframe Infrastructure team is looking for Senior level Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer professional responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and tuning of IBM's Customer Information Control System (CICS) on mainframe z/OS operating systems. At USAA, CICS is a middleware platform crucial for managing high-volume, online transaction processing. The core responsibilities of a Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer include: System Installation and Maintenance: Installing, configuring, upgrading, and maintaining CICS Transaction Server and related software. This involves applying vendor patches, fixes, and new product releases, often using tools like SMP/E. Performance and Capacity Management: Monitoring CICS system performance, identifying bottlenecks, and tuning CICS regions to meet service level agreements (SLAs). This may involve analyzing performance data using tools such as Intellimagic, RMF and BMC Mainview. Problem Resolution: Troubleshooting and debugging complex system and application issues, which can include analyzing system dumps and collaborating with application developers and software vendors for solutions. Developer Support: Providing technical support to application development teams, which includes setting up and managing CICS regions and defining necessary application resources. System Integration: Working with other z/OS systems programmers to integrate CICS with other mainframe subsystems, such as DB2 (database management) and MQ (messaging). Security and Disaster Recovery: Implementing and maintaining CICS security protocols (e.g., using RACF) and assisting in the planning, testing, and execution of disaster recovery procedures. Automation: Developing and implementing automation scripts (e.g., using REXX) to streamline system management and improve efficiency. This role requires a strong understanding of CICS architecture, z/OS operating systems, and related mainframe technologies. Proficiency in programming languages like COBOL, JCL, and REXX, along with experience in mainframe tools and utilities, is essential. The work environment is typically dynamic and may require after-hours or on-call support to maintain the availability of mission-critical applications. Responsible for creating, modifying, maintaining and supporting infrastructure and individual and integrated system components and solutions that enable IT Services. Balance availability, security, efficiency and functional requirements to help provide an optimized production service. Identify and manage existing and emerging risks that stem from business activities and ensure these risks are effectively identified and escalated to be measured, monitored and controlled. We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, Charlotte, NC, Phoenix, AZ, or Tampa, FL. Relocation assistance is IS available for this position. What you'll do: Independently designs scalable IT system infrastructure, provides oversight and priority for system change - reserves execution for complex implementations, and automates service delivery and maintenance tasks; provides direction and priority for monitoring and tooling activities. Independently resolves highly complex technology production issues and leads troubleshooting of end-to-end solutions that span across multiple systems. Leads analysis of end-to-end system failures to identify opportunities across multiple systems. Makes recommendations to business leaders on best solutions. Independently experiments with new patterns and technologies. Helps establish and improve engineering best practices, concepts, and patterns with peers and the business. Understands the customer and proactively identifies innovative solutions and ideas for the product/business. Mentors' engineers, coach engineers on design, development, and maintenance of systems. Develop software defined infrastructure in code in CI/CD Pipelines. Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. What you have: Bachelor's Degree or 4 additional years of experience beyond the minimum requirement can be used in lieu of a degree. 6 years of infrastructure experience demonstrating depth of technical understanding within a specific discipline(s)/technology(s) to include 2 years' experience in Systems Operations environment supporting complex environment deployment and infrastructure management activities or applicable IT experience such as IT Management, Software Development, Data Engineering, and Agile Product/Release Management. 4 years of experience in creating, modifying, and maintaining infrastructure and individual system components. Advanced level of business acumen in the areas of business operations, risk management, industry practices and emerging trends. Knowledge and proficient understanding of designing scalable IT system infrastructures, implementing system changes, or automating service delivery and maintenance tasks. Demonstrated experience working with cloud technologies and tools. What sets you apart: Extensive CICS Experience: Typically, 7-10+ years of hands-on experience as a CICS Systems Programmer in a z/OS mainframe environment. This includes deep knowledge of CICS Transaction Server (TS), CTG, and CPSM architecture, internals, and system exits. Installation and Maintenance Proficiency: Strong expertise in CICS installation, configuration, and maintenance, often including complex Independent Software Vendor (ISV) installations and upgrades. Scripting and Programming Languages: Proficient in JCL, REXX, and other mainframe scripting languages. Familiarity with COBOL, Assembler, and PL/I is also beneficial. SMP/E Proficiency: Experience with SMP/E (System Modification Program/Extended) for installing and maintaining software. z/OS Expertise: In-depth knowledge of z/OS operating systems, including configuration, maintenance, and tuning. Performance Tuning and Monitoring: Experience with CICS performance tuning and the use of monitoring tools (e.g., RMF, Intellimagic, BMC Mainview). z/OS Subsystems: Understanding of other z/OS subsystems such as DB2, MQ, JES2, z/OS connect, IMS and TCP/IP. Security: Experience with CICS security, often using RACF or equivalent tools. Automation and Scheduling: Familiarity with automation tools, job scheduling, and monitoring tools. Disaster Recovery: Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing. Mainframe Hardware: Understanding of mainframe hardware and architecture to optimize system performance. IBM Certified Specialist - CICS Transaction Server for z/OS: This certification is desired. Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $114,080-$218,030. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting. . click apply for full job details
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Emerging Capabilities Development organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered by providing an innovative technological capabilities across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission! Northrop Grumman Mission Systems sector is seeking a Staff Navigation Systems Engineer to join our diverse and talented team in the design and implementation of model-based navigation software. This role will be filled at our Woodland Hills, CA site. As a Staff Systems 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 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. What You'll get to Do: Architect and guide the implementation of cutting edge navigation algorithms, software, and system integrations. Define and execute the technical roadmap for navigation performance analysis across lab and flight test environments. Own communication channels with program leadership, external customers, and cross functional partners. Champion collaborations with internal and external experts to pioneer next generation navigation and timing technologies. Lead a multidisciplinary team of navigation and timing specialists in a collaborative, high performing culture. Represent Northrop Grumman at premier technical conferences, industry working groups, and customer briefings. Mentor emerging talent and drive best practice adoption across the organization. This position is contingent upon Funding/Contract Award. Basic Qualifications for a Staff Navigation Systems Engineer: Bachelor's Degree in STEM discipline with 12 years of Engineering experience; Masters in STEM discipline with 10 years of Engineering experience; PhD in STEM discipline with 8 years of Engineering experience Expertise in Sensor Fusion for Navigation Systems using IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), GPS, barometers, and other sensors. Expertise in advanced state-estimation algorithms such as Extended Kalman Filtering, Unscented Kalman Filtering, Particle Filtering. Expertise in INS (Inertial Navigation System) mechanizations. Expertise in Embedded INS/GPS (Global Positioning System) navigation systems. Expertise in multi-sensor synchronization and calibration. Expertise in noise modeling and covariance tuning. Expertise in state estimation for position, velocity, and attitude determination. U.S. Citizenship is required Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance is required Ability to work full-time onsite in Woodland Hills, CA Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with Assured Position Navigation & Timing (APNT) solutions for GPS Denied Environments. Familiarity of signal selection, acquisition and tracking, Position, Velocity, and Time (PVT) calculation, data demodulation, signal correction. Familiarity with algorithm development for satellite acquisition, tracking, and receiver measurement formation Familiarity with military navigation modernization particularly M-code signal processing and capabilities. Familiarity with design of tracking loops, including characterization of platform dynamics, environmental/interference effects. Familiarity with Timing and Distributed Clock Algorithms. Primary Level Salary Range: $177,000.00 - $265,600.00 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
09/14/2026
Full time
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Emerging Capabilities Development organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered by providing an innovative technological capabilities across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission! Northrop Grumman Mission Systems sector is seeking a Staff Navigation Systems Engineer to join our diverse and talented team in the design and implementation of model-based navigation software. This role will be filled at our Woodland Hills, CA site. As a Staff Systems 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 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. What You'll get to Do: Architect and guide the implementation of cutting edge navigation algorithms, software, and system integrations. Define and execute the technical roadmap for navigation performance analysis across lab and flight test environments. Own communication channels with program leadership, external customers, and cross functional partners. Champion collaborations with internal and external experts to pioneer next generation navigation and timing technologies. Lead a multidisciplinary team of navigation and timing specialists in a collaborative, high performing culture. Represent Northrop Grumman at premier technical conferences, industry working groups, and customer briefings. Mentor emerging talent and drive best practice adoption across the organization. This position is contingent upon Funding/Contract Award. Basic Qualifications for a Staff Navigation Systems Engineer: Bachelor's Degree in STEM discipline with 12 years of Engineering experience; Masters in STEM discipline with 10 years of Engineering experience; PhD in STEM discipline with 8 years of Engineering experience Expertise in Sensor Fusion for Navigation Systems using IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), GPS, barometers, and other sensors. Expertise in advanced state-estimation algorithms such as Extended Kalman Filtering, Unscented Kalman Filtering, Particle Filtering. Expertise in INS (Inertial Navigation System) mechanizations. Expertise in Embedded INS/GPS (Global Positioning System) navigation systems. Expertise in multi-sensor synchronization and calibration. Expertise in noise modeling and covariance tuning. Expertise in state estimation for position, velocity, and attitude determination. U.S. Citizenship is required Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance is required Ability to work full-time onsite in Woodland Hills, CA Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with Assured Position Navigation & Timing (APNT) solutions for GPS Denied Environments. Familiarity of signal selection, acquisition and tracking, Position, Velocity, and Time (PVT) calculation, data demodulation, signal correction. Familiarity with algorithm development for satellite acquisition, tracking, and receiver measurement formation Familiarity with military navigation modernization particularly M-code signal processing and capabilities. Familiarity with design of tracking loops, including characterization of platform dynamics, environmental/interference effects. Familiarity with Timing and Distributed Clock Algorithms. Primary Level Salary Range: $177,000.00 - $265,600.00 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 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.
09/14/2026
Full time
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.
Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs. The Opportunity As a dedicated Senior Infrastructure Engineer (Network), this role encompasses the comprehensive design, deployment, and support of large-scale enterprise networking infrastructure, including WAN, LAN, data center, and cloud environments. Key responsibilities involve driving network transformation initiatives focused on simplification, standardization, resilience, and operational efficiency, alongside developing engineering standards, implementation plans, and technical documentation. This includes performing network assessments, capacity planning, performance optimization, and remediation, as well as evaluating emerging technologies to enhance scalability, security, and reliability. Specifically, within Wide Area Networks (WAN), enterprise routing environments, the role involves architecting and deploying solutions using BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, EVPN/VXLAN, SD-WAN, and SASE, as well as designing cloud connectivity for Azure and AWS. Network automation and operations are critical, requiring the development and implementation of Infrastructure-as-Code solutions, automated workflows, and process improvements to streamline operations and enhance deployment consistency. Furthermore, the role emphasizes modern network security by designing and deploying Zero Trust, SASE, and segmentation architectures as well as implementing security best practices. We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in San Antonio, TX location. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. What you'll do: Independently designs scalable IT system infrastructure, provides oversight and priority for system change - reserves execution for complex implementations, and automates service delivery and maintenance tasks; provides direction and priority for monitoring and tooling activities. Independently resolves highly complex technology production issues and leads troubleshooting of end-to-end solutions that span across multiple systems. Leads analysis of end-to-end system failures to identify opportunities across multiple systems. Makes recommendations to business leaders on best solutions. Independently experiments with new patterns and technologies. Helps establish and improve engineering best practices, concepts, and patterns with peers and the business. Understands the customer and proactively identifies innovative solutions and ideas for the product/business. Mentors' engineers, coach engineers on design, development, and maintenance of systems. Develop software defined infrastructure in code in CI/CD Pipelines. Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. What you have: Bachelor's degree; OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience. 6 years of infrastructure experience demonstrating depth of technical understanding within a specific discipline(s)/technology(s) to include 3 years' experience in an Operations role supporting complex environment deployment and infrastructure management activities or applicable IT experience such as IT Management, Software Development, and Network Engineering. 4 years of experience in creating, modifying, and maintaining network infrastructure and individual system components. Advanced level of business acumen in the areas of business operations, risk management, industry practices and emerging trends. Knowledge and proficient understanding of designing scalable IT system infrastructures, implementing system changes, or automating service delivery and maintenance tasks. Demonstrated experience working with cloud technologies and tools. What sets you apart: Experience in developing and deploying large scale enterprise Wide Area networking environments Experience in simplifying WAN Services while increasing reliability and resiliency, while maintaining necessary segmentation to maintain a secure environment. CCIE for 4 or more years in Routing/Switching or Service Provider OR CCNP for 6 or more years focused on Routing/Switching. Arista Certifications such as Arista Certified Engineer (ACE) at Professional or Expert level. Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $114,080.00 - $218,030.00. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting. USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
09/14/2026
Full time
Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs. The Opportunity As a dedicated Senior Infrastructure Engineer (Network), this role encompasses the comprehensive design, deployment, and support of large-scale enterprise networking infrastructure, including WAN, LAN, data center, and cloud environments. Key responsibilities involve driving network transformation initiatives focused on simplification, standardization, resilience, and operational efficiency, alongside developing engineering standards, implementation plans, and technical documentation. This includes performing network assessments, capacity planning, performance optimization, and remediation, as well as evaluating emerging technologies to enhance scalability, security, and reliability. Specifically, within Wide Area Networks (WAN), enterprise routing environments, the role involves architecting and deploying solutions using BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, EVPN/VXLAN, SD-WAN, and SASE, as well as designing cloud connectivity for Azure and AWS. Network automation and operations are critical, requiring the development and implementation of Infrastructure-as-Code solutions, automated workflows, and process improvements to streamline operations and enhance deployment consistency. Furthermore, the role emphasizes modern network security by designing and deploying Zero Trust, SASE, and segmentation architectures as well as implementing security best practices. We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in San Antonio, TX location. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. What you'll do: Independently designs scalable IT system infrastructure, provides oversight and priority for system change - reserves execution for complex implementations, and automates service delivery and maintenance tasks; provides direction and priority for monitoring and tooling activities. Independently resolves highly complex technology production issues and leads troubleshooting of end-to-end solutions that span across multiple systems. Leads analysis of end-to-end system failures to identify opportunities across multiple systems. Makes recommendations to business leaders on best solutions. Independently experiments with new patterns and technologies. Helps establish and improve engineering best practices, concepts, and patterns with peers and the business. Understands the customer and proactively identifies innovative solutions and ideas for the product/business. Mentors' engineers, coach engineers on design, development, and maintenance of systems. Develop software defined infrastructure in code in CI/CD Pipelines. Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. What you have: Bachelor's degree; OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience. 6 years of infrastructure experience demonstrating depth of technical understanding within a specific discipline(s)/technology(s) to include 3 years' experience in an Operations role supporting complex environment deployment and infrastructure management activities or applicable IT experience such as IT Management, Software Development, and Network Engineering. 4 years of experience in creating, modifying, and maintaining network infrastructure and individual system components. Advanced level of business acumen in the areas of business operations, risk management, industry practices and emerging trends. Knowledge and proficient understanding of designing scalable IT system infrastructures, implementing system changes, or automating service delivery and maintenance tasks. Demonstrated experience working with cloud technologies and tools. What sets you apart: Experience in developing and deploying large scale enterprise Wide Area networking environments Experience in simplifying WAN Services while increasing reliability and resiliency, while maintaining necessary segmentation to maintain a secure environment. CCIE for 4 or more years in Routing/Switching or Service Provider OR CCNP for 6 or more years focused on Routing/Switching. Arista Certifications such as Arista Certified Engineer (ACE) at Professional or Expert level. Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $114,080.00 - $218,030.00. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting. USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs. The Opportunity USAA Mainframe Infrastructure team is looking for Senior level Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer professional responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and tuning of IBM's Customer Information Control System (CICS) on mainframe z/OS operating systems. At USAA, CICS is a middleware platform crucial for managing high-volume, online transaction processing. The core responsibilities of a Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer include: System Installation and Maintenance: Installing, configuring, upgrading, and maintaining CICS Transaction Server and related software. This involves applying vendor patches, fixes, and new product releases, often using tools like SMP/E. Performance and Capacity Management: Monitoring CICS system performance, identifying bottlenecks, and tuning CICS regions to meet service level agreements (SLAs). This may involve analyzing performance data using tools such as Intellimagic, RMF and BMC Mainview. Problem Resolution: Troubleshooting and debugging complex system and application issues, which can include analyzing system dumps and collaborating with application developers and software vendors for solutions. Developer Support: Providing technical support to application development teams, which includes setting up and managing CICS regions and defining necessary application resources. System Integration: Working with other z/OS systems programmers to integrate CICS with other mainframe subsystems, such as DB2 (database management) and MQ (messaging). Security and Disaster Recovery: Implementing and maintaining CICS security protocols (e.g., using RACF) and assisting in the planning, testing, and execution of disaster recovery procedures. Automation: Developing and implementing automation scripts (e.g., using REXX) to streamline system management and improve efficiency. This role requires a strong understanding of CICS architecture, z/OS operating systems, and related mainframe technologies. Proficiency in programming languages like COBOL, JCL, and REXX, along with experience in mainframe tools and utilities, is essential. The work environment is typically dynamic and may require after-hours or on-call support to maintain the availability of mission-critical applications. Responsible for creating, modifying, maintaining and supporting infrastructure and individual and integrated system components and solutions that enable IT Services. Balance availability, security, efficiency and functional requirements to help provide an optimized production service. Identify and manage existing and emerging risks that stem from business activities and ensure these risks are effectively identified and escalated to be measured, monitored and controlled. We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, Charlotte, NC, Phoenix, AZ, or Tampa, FL. Relocation assistance is IS available for this position. What you'll do: Independently designs scalable IT system infrastructure, provides oversight and priority for system change - reserves execution for complex implementations, and automates service delivery and maintenance tasks; provides direction and priority for monitoring and tooling activities. Independently resolves highly complex technology production issues and leads troubleshooting of end-to-end solutions that span across multiple systems. Leads analysis of end-to-end system failures to identify opportunities across multiple systems. Makes recommendations to business leaders on best solutions. Independently experiments with new patterns and technologies. Helps establish and improve engineering best practices, concepts, and patterns with peers and the business. Understands the customer and proactively identifies innovative solutions and ideas for the product/business. Mentors' engineers, coach engineers on design, development, and maintenance of systems. Develop software defined infrastructure in code in CI/CD Pipelines. Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. What you have: Bachelor's Degree or 4 additional years of experience beyond the minimum requirement can be used in lieu of a degree. 6 years of infrastructure experience demonstrating depth of technical understanding within a specific discipline(s)/technology(s) to include 2 years' experience in Systems Operations environment supporting complex environment deployment and infrastructure management activities or applicable IT experience such as IT Management, Software Development, Data Engineering, and Agile Product/Release Management. 4 years of experience in creating, modifying, and maintaining infrastructure and individual system components. Advanced level of business acumen in the areas of business operations, risk management, industry practices and emerging trends. Knowledge and proficient understanding of designing scalable IT system infrastructures, implementing system changes, or automating service delivery and maintenance tasks. Demonstrated experience working with cloud technologies and tools. What sets you apart: Extensive CICS Experience: Typically, 7-10+ years of hands-on experience as a CICS Systems Programmer in a z/OS mainframe environment. This includes deep knowledge of CICS Transaction Server (TS), CTG, and CPSM architecture, internals, and system exits. Installation and Maintenance Proficiency: Strong expertise in CICS installation, configuration, and maintenance, often including complex Independent Software Vendor (ISV) installations and upgrades. Scripting and Programming Languages: Proficient in JCL, REXX, and other mainframe scripting languages. Familiarity with COBOL, Assembler, and PL/I is also beneficial. SMP/E Proficiency: Experience with SMP/E (System Modification Program/Extended) for installing and maintaining software. z/OS Expertise: In-depth knowledge of z/OS operating systems, including configuration, maintenance, and tuning. Performance Tuning and Monitoring: Experience with CICS performance tuning and the use of monitoring tools (e.g., RMF, Intellimagic, BMC Mainview). z/OS Subsystems: Understanding of other z/OS subsystems such as DB2, MQ, JES2, z/OS connect, IMS and TCP/IP. Security: Experience with CICS security, often using RACF or equivalent tools. Automation and Scheduling: Familiarity with automation tools, job scheduling, and monitoring tools. Disaster Recovery: Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing. Mainframe Hardware: Understanding of mainframe hardware and architecture to optimize system performance. IBM Certified Specialist - CICS Transaction Server for z/OS: This certification is desired. Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $114,080-$218,030. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting. . click apply for full job details
09/14/2026
Full time
Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs. The Opportunity USAA Mainframe Infrastructure team is looking for Senior level Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer professional responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and tuning of IBM's Customer Information Control System (CICS) on mainframe z/OS operating systems. At USAA, CICS is a middleware platform crucial for managing high-volume, online transaction processing. The core responsibilities of a Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer include: System Installation and Maintenance: Installing, configuring, upgrading, and maintaining CICS Transaction Server and related software. This involves applying vendor patches, fixes, and new product releases, often using tools like SMP/E. Performance and Capacity Management: Monitoring CICS system performance, identifying bottlenecks, and tuning CICS regions to meet service level agreements (SLAs). This may involve analyzing performance data using tools such as Intellimagic, RMF and BMC Mainview. Problem Resolution: Troubleshooting and debugging complex system and application issues, which can include analyzing system dumps and collaborating with application developers and software vendors for solutions. Developer Support: Providing technical support to application development teams, which includes setting up and managing CICS regions and defining necessary application resources. System Integration: Working with other z/OS systems programmers to integrate CICS with other mainframe subsystems, such as DB2 (database management) and MQ (messaging). Security and Disaster Recovery: Implementing and maintaining CICS security protocols (e.g., using RACF) and assisting in the planning, testing, and execution of disaster recovery procedures. Automation: Developing and implementing automation scripts (e.g., using REXX) to streamline system management and improve efficiency. This role requires a strong understanding of CICS architecture, z/OS operating systems, and related mainframe technologies. Proficiency in programming languages like COBOL, JCL, and REXX, along with experience in mainframe tools and utilities, is essential. The work environment is typically dynamic and may require after-hours or on-call support to maintain the availability of mission-critical applications. Responsible for creating, modifying, maintaining and supporting infrastructure and individual and integrated system components and solutions that enable IT Services. Balance availability, security, efficiency and functional requirements to help provide an optimized production service. Identify and manage existing and emerging risks that stem from business activities and ensure these risks are effectively identified and escalated to be measured, monitored and controlled. We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, Charlotte, NC, Phoenix, AZ, or Tampa, FL. Relocation assistance is IS available for this position. What you'll do: Independently designs scalable IT system infrastructure, provides oversight and priority for system change - reserves execution for complex implementations, and automates service delivery and maintenance tasks; provides direction and priority for monitoring and tooling activities. Independently resolves highly complex technology production issues and leads troubleshooting of end-to-end solutions that span across multiple systems. Leads analysis of end-to-end system failures to identify opportunities across multiple systems. Makes recommendations to business leaders on best solutions. Independently experiments with new patterns and technologies. Helps establish and improve engineering best practices, concepts, and patterns with peers and the business. Understands the customer and proactively identifies innovative solutions and ideas for the product/business. Mentors' engineers, coach engineers on design, development, and maintenance of systems. Develop software defined infrastructure in code in CI/CD Pipelines. Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. What you have: Bachelor's Degree or 4 additional years of experience beyond the minimum requirement can be used in lieu of a degree. 6 years of infrastructure experience demonstrating depth of technical understanding within a specific discipline(s)/technology(s) to include 2 years' experience in Systems Operations environment supporting complex environment deployment and infrastructure management activities or applicable IT experience such as IT Management, Software Development, Data Engineering, and Agile Product/Release Management. 4 years of experience in creating, modifying, and maintaining infrastructure and individual system components. Advanced level of business acumen in the areas of business operations, risk management, industry practices and emerging trends. Knowledge and proficient understanding of designing scalable IT system infrastructures, implementing system changes, or automating service delivery and maintenance tasks. Demonstrated experience working with cloud technologies and tools. What sets you apart: Extensive CICS Experience: Typically, 7-10+ years of hands-on experience as a CICS Systems Programmer in a z/OS mainframe environment. This includes deep knowledge of CICS Transaction Server (TS), CTG, and CPSM architecture, internals, and system exits. Installation and Maintenance Proficiency: Strong expertise in CICS installation, configuration, and maintenance, often including complex Independent Software Vendor (ISV) installations and upgrades. Scripting and Programming Languages: Proficient in JCL, REXX, and other mainframe scripting languages. Familiarity with COBOL, Assembler, and PL/I is also beneficial. SMP/E Proficiency: Experience with SMP/E (System Modification Program/Extended) for installing and maintaining software. z/OS Expertise: In-depth knowledge of z/OS operating systems, including configuration, maintenance, and tuning. Performance Tuning and Monitoring: Experience with CICS performance tuning and the use of monitoring tools (e.g., RMF, Intellimagic, BMC Mainview). z/OS Subsystems: Understanding of other z/OS subsystems such as DB2, MQ, JES2, z/OS connect, IMS and TCP/IP. Security: Experience with CICS security, often using RACF or equivalent tools. Automation and Scheduling: Familiarity with automation tools, job scheduling, and monitoring tools. Disaster Recovery: Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing. Mainframe Hardware: Understanding of mainframe hardware and architecture to optimize system performance. IBM Certified Specialist - CICS Transaction Server for z/OS: This certification is desired. Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $114,080-$218,030. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting. . click apply for full job details
Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs. The Opportunity The Senior Infrastructure Engineer will provide advanced technical leadership for Snowflake platform engineering initiatives and serve as a key contributor to architecture, automation, operational excellence, platform modernization, and AI enablement initiatives. This role will lead complex engineering initiatives, mentor colleagues, influence platform strategy, and partner across technology organizations to deliver secure, scalable, and innovative solutions that accelerate business outcomes and support the organization's long-term data and AI objectives. This candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting infrastructure and platform solutions that enable enterprise data, analytics, and AI services. The role balances availability, security, operational efficiency, scalability, and functional requirements to deliver reliable production services. The engineer will proactively identify and manage risks, ensuring issues are appropriately escalated, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance requirements. We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX or Plano, TX. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. What you'll do: Independently designs scalable platform and infrastructure solutions, leads complex system implementations, and drives automation of service delivery and operational processes. Independently resolves highly complex technology production issues and leads troubleshooting of end-to-end solutions that span across multiple systems. Leads analysis of end-to-end system failures to identify opportunities across multiple systems. Makes recommendations to business leaders on best solutions. Independently experiments with new patterns and technologies. Helps establish and improve engineering best practices, concepts, and patterns with peers and the business. Understands the customer and proactively identifies innovative solutions and ideas for the product/business. Mentors engineers and provides technical coaching on the design, implementation, operation, and maintenance of enterprise platform solutions. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions and CI/CD pipelines to automate platform deployment and operations. Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. What you have: Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience. 6 years of infrastructure experience demonstrating depth of technical understanding within a specific discipline(s)/technology(s) to include 2 years' experience in Systems Operations environment supporting complex environment deployment and infrastructure management activities or applicable IT experience such as IT Management, Software Development, Data Engineering, and Agile Product/Release Management. 4 years of experience in creating, modifying, and maintaining infrastructure and individual system components. Advanced level of business acumen in the areas of business operations, risk management, industry practices and emerging trends. Knowledge and proficient understanding of designing scalable IT system infrastructures, implementing system changes, or automating service delivery and maintenance tasks. Demonstrated experience working with cloud technologies and tools. What sets you apart: Deep experience administering and engineering Snowflake at enterprise scale. Proven experience supporting large-scale SaaS or cloud-native platforms. Strong understanding of Snowflake architecture, performance optimization, security, governance, and networking. Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code solutions using Terraform and Git-based deployment practices. Experience designing and implementing platform automation and self-service capabilities. Experience supporting enterprise data, analytics, AI, or machine learning platforms. Experience leading platform modernization or cloud migration initiatives. Experience working in highly regulated environments with strong risk and compliance requirements. Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and provide technical leadership on complex initiatives. Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to influence architecture and engineering decisions across organizations. Experience with cloud networking, private connectivity solutions (e.g., AWS PrivateLink), identity and access management, and security controls within SaaS platforms. Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $114,080 - $218,030. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting. USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
09/14/2026
Full time
Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs. The Opportunity The Senior Infrastructure Engineer will provide advanced technical leadership for Snowflake platform engineering initiatives and serve as a key contributor to architecture, automation, operational excellence, platform modernization, and AI enablement initiatives. This role will lead complex engineering initiatives, mentor colleagues, influence platform strategy, and partner across technology organizations to deliver secure, scalable, and innovative solutions that accelerate business outcomes and support the organization's long-term data and AI objectives. This candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting infrastructure and platform solutions that enable enterprise data, analytics, and AI services. The role balances availability, security, operational efficiency, scalability, and functional requirements to deliver reliable production services. The engineer will proactively identify and manage risks, ensuring issues are appropriately escalated, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance requirements. We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX or Plano, TX. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. What you'll do: Independently designs scalable platform and infrastructure solutions, leads complex system implementations, and drives automation of service delivery and operational processes. Independently resolves highly complex technology production issues and leads troubleshooting of end-to-end solutions that span across multiple systems. Leads analysis of end-to-end system failures to identify opportunities across multiple systems. Makes recommendations to business leaders on best solutions. Independently experiments with new patterns and technologies. Helps establish and improve engineering best practices, concepts, and patterns with peers and the business. Understands the customer and proactively identifies innovative solutions and ideas for the product/business. Mentors engineers and provides technical coaching on the design, implementation, operation, and maintenance of enterprise platform solutions. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions and CI/CD pipelines to automate platform deployment and operations. Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. What you have: Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience. 6 years of infrastructure experience demonstrating depth of technical understanding within a specific discipline(s)/technology(s) to include 2 years' experience in Systems Operations environment supporting complex environment deployment and infrastructure management activities or applicable IT experience such as IT Management, Software Development, Data Engineering, and Agile Product/Release Management. 4 years of experience in creating, modifying, and maintaining infrastructure and individual system components. Advanced level of business acumen in the areas of business operations, risk management, industry practices and emerging trends. Knowledge and proficient understanding of designing scalable IT system infrastructures, implementing system changes, or automating service delivery and maintenance tasks. Demonstrated experience working with cloud technologies and tools. What sets you apart: Deep experience administering and engineering Snowflake at enterprise scale. Proven experience supporting large-scale SaaS or cloud-native platforms. Strong understanding of Snowflake architecture, performance optimization, security, governance, and networking. Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code solutions using Terraform and Git-based deployment practices. Experience designing and implementing platform automation and self-service capabilities. Experience supporting enterprise data, analytics, AI, or machine learning platforms. Experience leading platform modernization or cloud migration initiatives. Experience working in highly regulated environments with strong risk and compliance requirements. Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and provide technical leadership on complex initiatives. Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to influence architecture and engineering decisions across organizations. Experience with cloud networking, private connectivity solutions (e.g., AWS PrivateLink), identity and access management, and security controls within SaaS platforms. Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $114,080 - $218,030. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting. USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs. The Opportunity The Infrastructure Engineer - Mid Level candidate will contribute to the engineering, automation, and platform operations of the Snowflake platform that powers critical enterprise data and analytics workloads. This role will help improve platform reliability, implement automation solutions, support cloud modernization and AI enablement initiatives, and partner with engineering, security, and business teams to deliver scalable data platform capabilities. Responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting infrastructure and platform solutions that enable enterprise data, analytics, and AI services. Balances availability, security, scalability, efficiency, and functional requirements to deliver reliable and optimized production services. Identifies and manages existing and emerging risks, ensuring they are appropriately escalated, monitored, and controlled in accordance with established risk and compliance requirements. We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX or Plano, TX. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. What you'll do: Under limited supervision, designs scalable IT system infrastructure, implements system changes with consistency and autonomy, and automates service delivery and maintenance tasks; builds monitoring and tooling for systems. Independently, resolves complex technology production issues by troubleshooting IT systems. Identifies opportunities for improvements and makes recommendations to management. Analyzes complex outages and identifies opportunities for system improvements. Understands and consistently exercises engineering best practices, concepts, and patterns. Understands the customer and identifies solutions and ideas for the customer with some assistance. Evaluates potential Technology solutions with some oversight. Mentors junior engineers and provides guidance to peers on engineering practices, platform operations, and problem solving. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions and CI/CD pipelines to automate platform deployment and operational processes. Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. What you have: Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience. 4 years of infrastructure experience demonstrating depth of technical understanding within a specific discipline(s)/technology(s) or applicable IT experience such as IT Management, Software Development, Data Engineering, and Agile Product/Release Management. 2 years of experience in creating, modifying, and maintaining infrastructure and individual system components. Proficient level of business acumen in the areas of business operations, risk management, industry practices and emerging trends. Knowledge and understanding of designing scalable IT system infrastructures, implementing system changes, or automating service delivery and maintenance tasks. Basic understanding of cloud technologies and tools. What sets you apart: Experience administering or supporting Snowflake in a production environment. Experience supporting cloud-native or SaaS platforms. Experience with database administration, data platform engineering, or platform operations. Experience developing automation using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar scripting languages. Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform. Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Exposure to public cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Knowledge of monitoring, observability, incident management, and operational support practices. Understanding security, access management, governance, and compliance concepts. Experience supporting data warehousing, analytics, or enterprise data platforms. Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $93,770 - $179,240. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting. USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
09/14/2026
Full time
Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs. The Opportunity The Infrastructure Engineer - Mid Level candidate will contribute to the engineering, automation, and platform operations of the Snowflake platform that powers critical enterprise data and analytics workloads. This role will help improve platform reliability, implement automation solutions, support cloud modernization and AI enablement initiatives, and partner with engineering, security, and business teams to deliver scalable data platform capabilities. Responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting infrastructure and platform solutions that enable enterprise data, analytics, and AI services. Balances availability, security, scalability, efficiency, and functional requirements to deliver reliable and optimized production services. Identifies and manages existing and emerging risks, ensuring they are appropriately escalated, monitored, and controlled in accordance with established risk and compliance requirements. We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX or Plano, TX. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. What you'll do: Under limited supervision, designs scalable IT system infrastructure, implements system changes with consistency and autonomy, and automates service delivery and maintenance tasks; builds monitoring and tooling for systems. Independently, resolves complex technology production issues by troubleshooting IT systems. Identifies opportunities for improvements and makes recommendations to management. Analyzes complex outages and identifies opportunities for system improvements. Understands and consistently exercises engineering best practices, concepts, and patterns. Understands the customer and identifies solutions and ideas for the customer with some assistance. Evaluates potential Technology solutions with some oversight. Mentors junior engineers and provides guidance to peers on engineering practices, platform operations, and problem solving. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions and CI/CD pipelines to automate platform deployment and operational processes. Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. What you have: Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience. 4 years of infrastructure experience demonstrating depth of technical understanding within a specific discipline(s)/technology(s) or applicable IT experience such as IT Management, Software Development, Data Engineering, and Agile Product/Release Management. 2 years of experience in creating, modifying, and maintaining infrastructure and individual system components. Proficient level of business acumen in the areas of business operations, risk management, industry practices and emerging trends. Knowledge and understanding of designing scalable IT system infrastructures, implementing system changes, or automating service delivery and maintenance tasks. Basic understanding of cloud technologies and tools. What sets you apart: Experience administering or supporting Snowflake in a production environment. Experience supporting cloud-native or SaaS platforms. Experience with database administration, data platform engineering, or platform operations. Experience developing automation using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar scripting languages. Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform. Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Exposure to public cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Knowledge of monitoring, observability, incident management, and operational support practices. Understanding security, access management, governance, and compliance concepts. Experience supporting data warehousing, analytics, or enterprise data platforms. Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $93,770 - $179,240. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting. USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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's Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking a Software Engineering (CoTE) Director to support Software-related efforts. This leadership opportunity reports to the Software Center of Technical Excellence Director, and will be located at one of our core sites (Melbourne, FL; Oklahoma City, OK; Palmdale, CA; San Diego, CA; or El Segundo, CA). Candidates must be willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time. The Director will unite programs, engineers, and technical experts under a shared set of tools, processes, and practices to ensure a consistent, cohesive, and collaborative approach across all AS sector programs. The ideal Director is an influential connector and trusted steward of their discipline - combining deep technical expertise with a passion for technical training and development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Provide leadership and define strategic vision for technical priorities within Software discipline, aligned to long-term sector strategy. Develop the strategy, plan, execute and deploy software frameworks that assist with software development in flight critical software, mission software, full-stack software applications on ground stations, full stack software on training platforms Stand-up technical standards into a Everything-as-code ecosystem Regularly interface with EI&E discipline leads to identify program needs and close gaps in engineering tools, processes, digital solutions, and technical training. Lead the development, deployment, and sustainment of sector-wide engineering tools, standardized processes, digital solutions, and technical training ensuring they are relevant, scalable, and interoperable across programs. Oversee and allocate the discipline's NCTA and indirect budgets to strengthen technical excellence; advance tools, processes, and workforce capabilities; and generate measurable impact on program performance and future competitiveness. Represent the discipline in sector-wide and enterprise-wide technical development efforts related to technical development, technical career pathing, technical training, and critical skills investment. Participate in sector-level talent reviews and succession planning to maintain discipline-wide visibility into talent strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities. Provide leadership, alignment, and support to NG Fellows within the discipline to advance sector- and enterprise-wide emerging technologies and future workforce capabilities. Contribute technical expertise and process leadership in major proposal reviews, program reviews, independent technical reviews, program stand-up reviews, NCTA and indirect activities, and other sector-wide improvement efforts. Act as a trusted advisor to help resolve technical performance shortfalls through root cause analysis, corrective action planning, long-term verification of improvement. Capture, share, and embed lessons learned and best practices across programs to continuously raise the bar for technical performance. Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others. Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline AND 9 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions, OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions Minimum 6 years of Software leadership/management experience in an integrated product team environment leading agile development teams Experience working across the total software program lifecycle Expertise in establishing engineering standards, tools, and processes at scale. Experience with or exposure to digital design initiatives and solutions Experience with commercial Software licensing models and managing commercial software tool portfolios Knowledge of modern industry practices for developing software defined systems. Experience in Avionics, Vehicle, Systems Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Test processes and tools where they overlap and/or are adjacent to Software processes and tools. (e.g. Software defined LRUs, Software Configuration Management, Software Integration and Test, Software procurement, auto-generated GNC Software.) Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government issued Secret clearance that is in scope or currently enrolled in continuous evaluation, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance as determined by business needs Must be able to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading the design, implementation and deployment of an "everything as code" ecosystem, including infrastructure, configuration, policies, pipelines, environments and application/platform components. Experience leading teams that develop reusable software frameworks, platforms and developer tooling that are used and adopted across multiple projects, teams or products. Experience in defining and developing software processes and defining tools in alignment with the DOD Dev Ops Reference architecture Experience with transitioning teams into an Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted environment, using Large Language Models (LLM) and agentic services Active U.S. Government in-scope Secret security clearance. Current Special Program Access (PAR). MS or MBA degree Program management experience Continuous improvement mindset with experience leading process optimization. Strategic, systems-level thinker who can build alignment across functional and program boundaries. Primary Level Salary Range: $166,800.00 - $305,900.00 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.
09/13/2026
Full time
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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's Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking a Software Engineering (CoTE) Director to support Software-related efforts. This leadership opportunity reports to the Software Center of Technical Excellence Director, and will be located at one of our core sites (Melbourne, FL; Oklahoma City, OK; Palmdale, CA; San Diego, CA; or El Segundo, CA). Candidates must be willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time. The Director will unite programs, engineers, and technical experts under a shared set of tools, processes, and practices to ensure a consistent, cohesive, and collaborative approach across all AS sector programs. The ideal Director is an influential connector and trusted steward of their discipline - combining deep technical expertise with a passion for technical training and development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Provide leadership and define strategic vision for technical priorities within Software discipline, aligned to long-term sector strategy. Develop the strategy, plan, execute and deploy software frameworks that assist with software development in flight critical software, mission software, full-stack software applications on ground stations, full stack software on training platforms Stand-up technical standards into a Everything-as-code ecosystem Regularly interface with EI&E discipline leads to identify program needs and close gaps in engineering tools, processes, digital solutions, and technical training. Lead the development, deployment, and sustainment of sector-wide engineering tools, standardized processes, digital solutions, and technical training ensuring they are relevant, scalable, and interoperable across programs. Oversee and allocate the discipline's NCTA and indirect budgets to strengthen technical excellence; advance tools, processes, and workforce capabilities; and generate measurable impact on program performance and future competitiveness. Represent the discipline in sector-wide and enterprise-wide technical development efforts related to technical development, technical career pathing, technical training, and critical skills investment. Participate in sector-level talent reviews and succession planning to maintain discipline-wide visibility into talent strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities. Provide leadership, alignment, and support to NG Fellows within the discipline to advance sector- and enterprise-wide emerging technologies and future workforce capabilities. Contribute technical expertise and process leadership in major proposal reviews, program reviews, independent technical reviews, program stand-up reviews, NCTA and indirect activities, and other sector-wide improvement efforts. Act as a trusted advisor to help resolve technical performance shortfalls through root cause analysis, corrective action planning, long-term verification of improvement. Capture, share, and embed lessons learned and best practices across programs to continuously raise the bar for technical performance. Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others. Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline AND 9 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions, OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of related professional/military experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry that includes a background in leadership positions Minimum 6 years of Software leadership/management experience in an integrated product team environment leading agile development teams Experience working across the total software program lifecycle Expertise in establishing engineering standards, tools, and processes at scale. Experience with or exposure to digital design initiatives and solutions Experience with commercial Software licensing models and managing commercial software tool portfolios Knowledge of modern industry practices for developing software defined systems. Experience in Avionics, Vehicle, Systems Engineering, Global Supply Chain, and Test processes and tools where they overlap and/or are adjacent to Software processes and tools. (e.g. Software defined LRUs, Software Configuration Management, Software Integration and Test, Software procurement, auto-generated GNC Software.) Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government issued Secret clearance that is in scope or currently enrolled in continuous evaluation, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance as determined by business needs Must be able to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading the design, implementation and deployment of an "everything as code" ecosystem, including infrastructure, configuration, policies, pipelines, environments and application/platform components. Experience leading teams that develop reusable software frameworks, platforms and developer tooling that are used and adopted across multiple projects, teams or products. Experience in defining and developing software processes and defining tools in alignment with the DOD Dev Ops Reference architecture Experience with transitioning teams into an Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted environment, using Large Language Models (LLM) and agentic services Active U.S. Government in-scope Secret security clearance. Current Special Program Access (PAR). MS or MBA degree Program management experience Continuous improvement mindset with experience leading process optimization. Strategic, systems-level thinker who can build alignment across functional and program boundaries. Primary Level Salary Range: $166,800.00 - $305,900.00 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.
