AI Summary
Join Northrop Grumman's Space Sector as a Senior DevOps Engineer to design, implement, and maintain automated deployment pipelines, infrastructure, and operational support systems. This role requires a proactive approach to system monitoring, automation, and security. The ideal candidate will have experience working within Agile frameworks and hold a Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance.
Key Highlights
Design, implement, and maintain automated deployment pipelines, infrastructure, and operational support systems
Collaborate with Agile development teams to automate deployment, monitoring, and infrastructure management workflows
Implement and maintain Software Configuration Management (SCM), code quality, and automated testing within CI/CD pipelines
Technical Skills Required
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary ranges
Health insurance
Life and disability coverage
Savings plan
Paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO)
Discretionary bonuses
Relocation assistance
Career development opportunities
Job Description
About The Company
Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company dedicated to pioneering innovative solutions that impact global security and civil markets. With a rich history of technological advancements, Northrop Grumman has been instrumental in developing systems ranging from the first transatlantic flight to stealth aircraft and lunar landings. The company fosters a culture of intellectual curiosity, diversity, and inclusion, encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work and to push the boundaries of what is possible. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector specializes in satellite, payload, directed energy, and electronic systems designed to ensure mission success while maintaining a focus on cost-effective and innovative aerospace solutions. The organization is committed to creating a secure future for generations to come and invites talented professionals to join its collaborative teams in shaping the future of space and defense technology.
About The Role
The Northrop Grumman Space Sector is seeking a highly skilled DevOps Engineer at Level 3 or 4 to join our team in Morrisville, North Carolina. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on revolutionary systems that have a significant impact on national security and space exploration. The position is 100% onsite, requiring physical presence at our Morrisville facility, and follows a 9/80 work schedule, providing every other Friday off. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining automated deployment pipelines, infrastructure, and operational support systems that enable rapid capability development and deployment. This role demands a proactive approach to system monitoring, automation, and security, working closely with development teams, vendors, and IT personnel to ensure seamless system performance and security compliance. The engineer will play a pivotal role in evolving processes, integrating automation tools, and supporting continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines to accelerate program capabilities.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate must possess an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance along with an adjudicated Counterintelligence polygraph (CI Poly) at the time of application. Candidates should have a strong background in software development, systems administration, and automation, with experience working within Agile frameworks. Educational requirements vary by level: a bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of software development experience or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree for Level 3; or a master’s degree with 3 years (Level 3) or 6 years (Level 4) of relevant experience; or a PhD with 1 year (Level 3) or 4 years (Level 4) of experience. Additionally, candidates should hold or be able to obtain a CompTIA Security+ certification within six months of employment. Experience with Linux administration, cloud platforms such as AWS, container orchestration tools like Kubernetes, and automation tools such as Terraform, Jenkins, or GitLab is highly preferred. Knowledge of security protocols, system monitoring, and scripting for infrastructure automation is also essential.
Responsibilities
- Plan, develop, and evolve infrastructure and processes to support rapid program capability maturation and deployment.
- Integrate development pipelines with automation, leveraging test-driven development tools, and continuous integration/test frameworks.
- Define and establish standards for build, deployment, provisioning, and system monitoring to ensure consistency and reliability across projects.
- Implement and maintain Software Configuration Management (SCM), code quality, and automated testing within CI/CD pipelines.
- Collaborate with Agile development teams to automate deployment, monitoring, and infrastructure management workflows.
- Create and manage delivery environments supporting CI/CD tools, ensuring smooth and efficient software releases.
- Develop scripts and templates to automate infrastructure provisioning and management tasks, reducing manual intervention.
- Work closely with development teams and vendors to troubleshoot, resolve issues, and optimize system performance.
- Monitor, support, and maintain all installed systems and infrastructure components to ensure high availability and security.
- Design and implement security, backup, and redundancy strategies to safeguard critical systems and data.
- Evaluate application performance, identify bottlenecks, and develop solutions to enhance system efficiency.
- Install, configure, test, and maintain operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
- Contribute to the design of information and operational support systems to improve overall system architecture.
Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your professional and personal growth. The package includes competitive salary ranges, health insurance, life and disability coverage, and a savings plan. Employees are eligible for paid holidays, paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal reasons, and discretionary bonuses based on individual and company performance. Depending on the position, overtime, shift differentials, and long-term incentives such as stock options or performance bonuses may be available. The company also provides opportunities for career development, training, and advancement within a dynamic and innovative environment. Relocation assistance may be available to support your transition into the role, and the position requires travel up to 10% for project needs.
Equal Opportunity
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and fairness. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. U.S. Citizenship is required for positions that involve