Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Sr Principal Project Management – Release Manager (26-187) to join our team of talented and diverse professionals. Located in Colorado Springs, CO, or Huntsville, AL, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels.
This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.
Position Overview:
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 systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, 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 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.
The Release Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the successful deployment of software releases, patches, and hotfixes for the C2BMC Regional Apps Software Team. This position supports a large, globally deployed software system used by the Department of Defense, with different COCOMs deploying different versions of the software baseline. The Release Manager will coordinate with developers, product owners, and engineering managers to ensure that all software releases are properly planned, executed, and documented.
Essential Functions:
Ensure that all software releases, patches, and hotfixes are properly planned, executed, and documented, with accurate tracking of changes and updates across the various software branches
Coordinate with developers, product owners, and engineering managers to ensure that all software releases are completed and artifacts are recorded on time
Manage multiple processes and documents, serving as the primary point of contact between the Regional Apps Agile Release Train (ART) and other ARTs within the program regarding current and future releases of Regional Apps software
Collaborate with key program stakeholders, including Configuration Management (CM), Release Management, and Quality Assurance, to ensure the successful release of software artifacts and the creation of deployment media
Develop, maintain, and present key performance indicators (KPIs) and other metrics for the Regional Apps Enterprise
Prioritize and manage emergency software changes, ensuring timely resolution of operational deficiencies or anomalies that affect customer satisfaction
Support Regional Apps PI Planning, ensuring that the development teams plan the work needed for future Releases
Coordinate with other program points of contact to ensure the timeliness and completeness of Releases
Basic Qualifications:
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, Systems 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 DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, CND, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract period
Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
Willingness to travel 10% of the time for business needs
At least 5 years of experience in software development, with a focus on release and configuration management
Experience with Agile development methodologies and version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN)
Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, including planning, development, testing, and deployment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. At least 12 years of experience in software development, with a focus on release management, configuration management, or a related field
Experience with large, complex software systems, including those used by the Department of Defense
Familiarity with C2BMC-specific software deployment processes
Certification in Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum Master, Agile Certified Practitioner)
Experience with data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Experience with metrics development and reporting, with the ability to analyze and present complex data
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters your growth, supporting both your success and the company's. The benefits at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to select options that best meet your needs and your family's. Your benefits will include the following:
Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
Flexible Work Arrangements
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Primary Level Salary Range: $106,800.00 - $168,200.00The 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, nationalngc