2026 - Associate Cyber Software Engineer - Annapolis Junction MD

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

Entry Level opportunities at Northrop Grumman are unique. Are you interested in boosting your knowledge through experience and exposure, while supporting a mission that seeks to protect our nation and its allies?  If so, then Northrop Grumman is the place you!

Our professionals live and breathe different perspectives; we are curious about the world, accepting each other, and aware that the more ideas, backgrounds, opinions and experiences we bring to our work, the stronger that work will be. Just as you would invest your time and hard work into our company, we focus on investing back into you through enriching professional experiences and high-quality learning and development opportunities. We want you to bring your whole self to work, and for you to have meaningful connections with your coworkers, customers and communities, while providing the best products, systems and technologies to protect our world.

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Cyber Software Engineer. This position will be located at our Mission Systems sector in Annapolis Junction MD.

The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s TG Program.

Roles and Responsibilities

As an Associate Cyber Software Engineer, you will have the following responsibilities:

The Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software tradeoffs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components. (U) The Level 0 Software Engineer (SWE) shall possess the following capabilities: (U) Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements (U) Debug existing software and correct defects (U) Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards (U) Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features (U) Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments (U) Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories.

Basic Qualifications for Associate Cyber Software Engineer (T01):

• MUST CURRENTLY HAVE ACTIVE TS/SCI with FULL SCOPE POLYGRAPH TO START.

  POLYGRAPH must be through the state of Maryland

  (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)

• Must possess an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university. Must be completing or has completed their degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD) from an accredited institution

• Having majored in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) degree

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher (unofficial academic transcripts must be provided at time of application by uploading the documents to your application or profile)

• Experience with programming languages such as C#, C/C++, Java and/or Python

• Experience developing software on Agile teams.

• Strong ability to collaborate and excel on a team.

• Creative problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

• Ability to visualize and implement innovative solutions to problems.

• Knowledge of software development life cycle.

• Having majored in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) degree

• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
• Debug existing software and correct defects Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
• Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features
• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments
• Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience analyzing user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
• CNO development concepts
• This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.

• Salary Range Level 1: $96,700 -$103,800

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Primary Level Salary Range: $96,700.00 - $103,800.00

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.