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# Sentinel Software Engineer - 16906

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Roy, UT, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $79,300.0 - $118,900.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Unit Testing, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Static Program Analysis, Formal Verification, IBM Rational Software, Python (Programming Language), Regression Testing, SAP (Applications), Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Scripting, Software Verification, Test Scripts, Git, Build Management, Integration Tests, Atlassian Tools, Programming Languages
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=714bf4fa7fbe95df

## About the Role

* T2 Software Engineer: 2 Years with Bachelors in relevant field of study; 0 Years with Masters or 4 additional years in lieu of a degree.
 * Active DoD Secret clearance with a reinvestigation date occurring in the last 6 years.
 * US Citizenship with ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need
 * Understanding of the software development lifecycle and agile development methodology, RVAM skills/experience
 * 2+ year experience in scripting skills (Python, C++,Java, Bash, Shell/Bash, or similar programming language)
 * 2+ year experience in Requirements Verification/General test methodology, unit testing, integration testing, regression testing.
 * 2+ year experience with Atlassian tool suite (JIRA, Git, Confluence)

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience with IBM Rational tool suite (DOORS and Jazz)
 * Experience using software test automation tools/frameworks
 * Experience with code analysis tools
 * Experience developing ICDs and defining interfaces in an MBSE environment
 * Perform data analysis against requirements and interfaces for each software build or hardware component.
 * Familiarity with CSSAM / RVAM Governance

## Description

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Software Engineer to join our team in Roy, UT supporting the Sentinel program.

Responsible for development and execution of automated and manual test cases to verify functional software requirements.

This will include the following activities:

 * Assist in the design, development, and implementation of testing methods and equipment.
 * Test planning, execution, reporting, and integration support.
 * Prepare detailed test reports and support formal verification of the system.
 * Compile data and define changes required in test equipment, test procedures, or new test requirements.
 * Perform data analysis against requirements and interfaces for each software build or hardware component.
 * Interface with software developers and systems engineers in support of verification.
 * Product integration, regression, and verification testing including checkout in software test labs.
 * Understanding of the software development lifecycle and agile development methodology, RVAM skills/experience


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