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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Engineer Software - Integration & Test Automation - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States - **Salary:** $91,800.0 - $137,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Software Applications, Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Github, Python (Programming Language), SAP (Applications), Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Strategies of Testing, Scripting, Google Test, Gitlab, Bug Reporting, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Cucumber (Software), Jenkins - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9009944/engineer-software-integration-test-automation ## About the Role Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking to add an Engineer Software (T02) - Integration & Test Automation to join our team on site in San Diego, CA or Palmdale, CA. The candidate should be a self-starter with familiarity working in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) construct., * Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related engineering experience. * Experience in software integration, software testing, test automation, and debugging. * Experience with full formal software life cycle development methodologies and requirements through test. * Must be able to independently determine and develop approach to solutions. * Must have experience in Agile methodologies * Skilled in software integration planning and execution of separate software components into a single system. * Knowledge implementing software and scripts in one or more Object Oriented Programming languages: C/C++, C#, OR Java, AND Python OR JavaScript. * Knowledge with Software Change Control, Change Management, and CI/CD tools such as: Atlassian tool suite, GitHub, GitLab, AND/OR Jenkins * Knowledge with Testing Methodologies, Frameworks, and Automated Testing using: Google Test, Test Complete, Cucumber, Atlas, Eggplant Automation, Unit Test Factory, ATF (Automated Test Framework), Robot, AQT. * Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Top Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time , as determined by the Company. * Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Access Program (SAP) access via a Program Access Request (PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs. * Note: SAP/PAR will be upgraded once selected candidate is in role. Therefore, candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain upgraded SAP/PAR.) Preferred Qualifications: * Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) clearance. * Active DoD Top Secret clearance SCI (with a background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering. * Excellent 2-way communication skills (upward and downward). * Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management. * Ability to brief technical presentations to stakeholders. * Demonstrated communication and technical writing skills. * Experience with Confluence and JIRA. * Python / Java / JavaScript / C / C++ programing experience and familiarity * Experience with scripting languages (developing, debugging and maintaining); * Availability to support occasional travel. * Professional experience implementing software and scripts in one or more Object Oriented Programming languages: C/C++, C#, OR Java, AND Python OR JavaScript. * Professional experience with Software Change Control, Change Management, and CI/CD tools such as: Atlassian tool suite, GitHub, GitLab, AND/OR Jenkins * Professional experience with Testing Methodologies, Frameworks, and Automated Testing using: Google Test, Test Complete, Cucumber, Atlas, Eggplant Automation, Unit Test Factory, ATF (Automated Test Framework), Robot, AQT. ## Description Candidates will work on software supporting various systems in all phases of the software development lifecycle including design, development and test. Roles and Responsibilities will include: * Analyze requirements allocated to computer software configuration items. * Design, develop, maintain and execute automated software tests for qualification of embedded software products * Develop and execute software installation, integration, and acceptance test procedures in an automated test environment. * Develop detailed, clear, and quality technical documentation. * Work with software developers and other engineers, as needed, to help diagnose and identify the root cause of problems found during software installation, integration, acceptance test, and operational events. * Submit detailed problem reports for errors found. * Perform statement of work within development, lab, and operational environments * Collaborate closely with system engineers, hardware designers, integration/test engineers, and program leadership. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility. 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