Adjunct Technical Program Manager (TPM)/Staff Software Engineer (Level 5)

Northrop Grumman
Redondo Beach, CA
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

Please be aware that this position will be contingent upon capturing program award(s), obtaining and maintaining customer and/or business funding, and holding final clearances prior to start date.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking an Adjunct Technical Program Manager (TPM)/Staff Software Engineer (Level 5) that will lead and manage efforts in Redondo Beach, CA.

In this role you will be responsible for a team of software engineers developing code, performing unit tests, and turning over software baselines for Element level SW Integration & Test (SIT) tests. You will provide innovative and effective engineering solutions to solve complex technical challenges, working closely with the Chief Engineer, Systems Engineering, and Software subsystems. Other responsibilities include Cost Account Management (CAM), Earned Value Management (EVM), managing cost and schedule variances and working towards the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree with 12 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 10 years of relevant experience; PhD with 8 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree
  • Active SSBI required at the time of application and the ability to obtain SCI prior to start date
  • Experience with software product lines and site deliveries

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in a software development environment
  • Working knowledge of EVM, previous CAM experience, and IMS schedules
  • Experience working closely with government counterparts/SETA
  • Previous participation on an Agile scrum team or familiarity with the Agile process
  • Prior knowledge of Agile and DevSecOps
  • Familiarity with the Atlassian Tool Suite (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, Bamboo)
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance
  • Domain knowledge across the Mission One customer portfolio

Primary Level Salary Range: $177,000.00 - $265,600.00

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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Posted 2026-02-13

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