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# Sr Principal Engineer Software - Lead SW Test Engr (26-453 Space AHT)

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $129,300.0 - $193,900.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Software Applications, Application Testing, Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), Test Data, Information Technology, Operational Systems, Devsecops, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/usfcc5389fd0c9476cc9f42e4c1df1ddd9/eaa

## About the Role

Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

 * A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 8 years of experience; or a Master's degree in a related field with 6 years of relevant work experience; or 12 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree
 * Applicants must have a current, active in-scope Government-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
 * Occasional travel between Colorado Springs facilities/sites (LM Federal Drive facility to Schriever SFB) and between Colorado Springs and Huntsville, AL.
 * Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills enabling them to lead a small technical team and represent the team in interactions with stakeholders
 * Experience with automated testing for requirement verification and validation
 * Identifying Test impacts on the team and scoping the efforts
 * Exposure to programming languages such as Java, C#, etc.
 * Prior experience testing and verifying requirements in software applications/systems
 * Analyzing collected data to provide Objective Evidence or identify inefficiencies
 * Development of action plans based upon analysis of data
 * Documenting software deficiency reports
 * Presenting analysis results and plans of action orally and/or in written format (e.g., slides, annotated slides, test report document)

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Applicants with current, active Government-Issued 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, CND, etc.) at the time of application are highly desired. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their 8140 certifications throughout the entire contract period

 * Prior experience in an Agile development process

 * Prior experience with Command & Control Systems or BMDS elements

 * Performance requirement and verification analysis

 * Verification of ICD and interface requirements

 * Experience in a DevSecOps environment is extremely desirable

## Description

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key component of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan ballistic missile defense operations systematically, collectively monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It serves as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations, both globally and regionally, to improve performance. C2BMC is essential for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of missile defense systems.
As a member of the Regional Applications Agile Release Train (ART) of the Missile Defense National Team for Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) (aka C2BMC NT), this position will primarily analyze test data to help verify the system design and implementation. Additionally, the candidate will support the software development team in verifying and validating requirements and testing tools.
Essential Functions:

 * Will possess knowledge and experience analyzing and testing a software-intensive system across a variety of test environments/venues, using Agile development

 * This position will require a strong, self-starting individual to serve as the central technical point of contact for application testing within the Enterprise Services Team