Software Engineer - Infrastructure Automation

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. If you want to put your talent, experience, and passions to use and be part of something greater, you are in the right place. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Software Engineer - Infrastructure Automation to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals onsite in San Diego, California, where we define possible. Join our team to work in an embedded technology environment to develop software working with real time operating systems for use in flight and mission critical systems. We build complex aircraft systems using the latest technologies including simulation, cloud computing, DevSecOps, and cyber that can rapidly evolve to deliver enhanced capabilities for fielded systems, modernizing in partnership with our customers to meet their most complex missions. Bring your innovative ideas and ingenuity, to help us define possible and have some fun along the way. In this role you will be working with the latest technology to modernize software infrastructure production. Essential Functions: Automate deployment of Infrastructure Software (VMWare, Kubernetes, etc) Integrate and automate systems to facilitate continuous build, continuous integration, continuous test, and continuous deployment pipeline Strong verbal and written communication skills is required to create/update technical documentation and flow up status/blockers. The individual we seek will be self-motivated, proactive, goal-oriented to help us grow our services, become even better at what we do and will possess the following qualifications. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 2 years of related experience, or 0 years of experience with a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline 2+ years of experience with YAML and/or Python 2+ years of experience with Ansible 1+ years of experience with Virtualization technology 1+ years of experience with a continuous integration environment (i.e., GitLab, Jenkins, Bamboo) 1+ years of experience using the Agile methodology and tools such as Jira and Confluence Active Top Secret clearance and must be able to obtain and maintain program access. Preferred Qualifications: Current SAP access 2+ years of experience with any of these VMware products: Cloud Foundation, vSphere, vCenter, ESXi, NSX 1+ years of experience with VMware Aria 2+ years of experience as a Linux and/or Windows System Administrator 1+ years of experience with NetApp Storage Solution Experience automating software builds and releases via Nexus Experience with containers and container orchestration using Kubernetes. At Northrop Grumman we are invested in the growth and well-being off all our employees. We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. Our Total Rewards Program offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. We have Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees! If you are ready to join us in defining possible, apply now.