Job 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.Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.The Northrop Grumman Specialized Warfighter Development Contract (SWDC) Modeling & Simulation Software (MSS) is seeking a Release Train Engineer (RTE) to join our team of qualified and diverse leaders at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado. SWDC supports a wide range of Missile Defense Agency (MDA) directorates with multiple products & capabilities under the MSS Task Order. Northrop Grumman's Space Systems Sector is seeking applicants for a Release Train Engineer (RTE) position on the Specialized Warfighter Development Contract's Modeling and Simulation Team. As a member of the team you will be working with talented team members supporting the Missile Defense Agency's critical engineering mission. As the Agile RTE, the selected candidate will facilitate Agile Release Train processes and execution, escalate impediments, manage risk, manage metrics data and reporting, ensure value delivery, and drive continuous improvement.The selected candidate will be a leader on the program and facilitate the efforts of multiple teams to:- Gather requirements, plan increments and releases- Develop best practices, establish program level SAFe Agile engineering and management principles and processes- Release products and deliver val- Communicate across the organization and directly with the Government customer regarding plans, execution status and issues- Understanding Northrop Grumman SAFe will be essential, along with the responsibility to help grow and mature this NG branded capability.Position Summary / Responsibilities:Leads the efforts of developing SAFe engineering and management best practices, metrics, and audit practices.Ensures value is being delivered to the customer and aligns technical, business, and execution strategies.Removes impediments to progress and escalates when necessary.Proactively identifies, mitigates, and manages risks.Builds and supports multiple, self-organizing teams that are cross-functional and include a range of technical disciplines from software engineering to cyber to testing automation.Supports and facilitates PI Planning efforts and execution.Understands and facilitates the Agile mindset and concepts such as continuous integration, test-driven development, and product demonstration.Practices servant leadership and champions the Agile mindset through coaching and mentoring.Collects, analyzes and reports metrics for trends and indicators.Has a deep understanding of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Regularly interacts with the customer, Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and various leadership levels.Participates in Earned Value Management tracking and reporting.Position may require up to 10% travel.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science or related STEM degree from an accredited college with 5 years of experience. 3 Years with Masters; 1 Years with PhD.2 years of experience as a RTE or Scrum Master (or similar relatable experience - i.e. Professional Scrum Master, Certified Scrum Practitioner, PMI Agile Certified Practitioner, etc.)Position requires U.S. CitizenshipMust possess a current DoD Secret security clearancePreferred Qualifications:Active DoD Top Secret security clearance.Familiarity with Missile Defense, Missile Warning and Space Situational Awareness missions.Background in software development or software development management.Knowledge of System Engineering principles and requirements management.Experience with transitioning teams from Waterfall to Agile methods and practices.Certification in one or more of these designations is desired: Certified SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), Certified Scrum at Scale Practitioner, Certified Agile Coach, Certified facilitator, Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Certified Scrum Trainer, and Project Management Professional (PMP).Experience implementing Agile principles and practices within DoD or Federal government environments.Experience interacting with Government Stakeholders.End-to-end Agile Engineering practices including value stream or Scrum or Extreme Programming within software, infrastructure, hardware, and operational environments.Experience with Agile Lifecycle Management tools, preferably JIRA.Has an understanding of Earned Value Management principles.What We Can Offer You:Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following:Health PlanSavings PlanPaid Time OffEducation AssistanceTraining and DevelopmentFlexible Work ArrangementsSalary Range: $97,500 - $146,300The 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.Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.