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Sr. Pr. Devops Engineer

Top Secret, Space Systems, Dulles

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Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$133k - $199.6kAnnually

+ Bonus

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Dulles, VA, USA

Relocation assistance may be available.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
DevOps Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Python
Docker
Jenkins
Terraform
Ansible
Selenium
Development Operations (DevOps)
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • 5+ years of DevOps or software development experience
  • Very strong experience (5+ years) in Linux tools, Ansible, and Ansible Playbooks
  • Demonstrated automation, test automation, and shell scripting experience (experience with Test Complete, Selenium, and/or Robot Framework preferred)
  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (ideally Computer Science or Engineering) and 9 years of experience; OR a master’s degree and 7 years; OR a PhD and 4 years. Experience can be considered in lieu of degree
  • U.S. Citizenship with a current or active Top-Secret clearance at time of application
  • 3+ years of experience in Python
  • 1+ years of experience with OpenStack management
  • 3+ years of experience with Docker containerization, Kubernetes (K8s) preferred
  • 3+ years of experience with continuous integration/deployment tools such as Jenkins or GitLab
  • 3+ years creating, executing, and troubleshooting complex, automated processes used to configure servers and/or deploy code
  • 5+ years in a role managing technical objectives and Jira metrics reporting
  • 3+ years of experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Terraform, & Ansible
Responsibilities
  • Automate cloud native technologies, deploy applications, and provision critical infrastructure
  • Work with microservices and distributed application architecture, such as containers, Kubernetes, and/or serverless technology
  • Work within the OpenStack cloud ecosystem to configure and deploy optimized infrastructure
  • Ensure monitoring and health of the resources deployed via Nagios or other enterprise management solutions
  • Document procedures used during deployment cycles
  • Experience with operational monitoring tools
  • Work with the fellow DevOps team and play a mentoring role to cross-train and grow technical talent across DevOps team and assist in troubleshooting tasks
  • Implement clean and maintainable infrastructure-as-code that adheres to industry best practices, terraform

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions, focusing on areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and space operations. The company develops and manufactures systems that integrate various technologies to meet the needs of government and commercial clients. Its products include systems for command and control, intelligence gathering, and logistics support. Northrop Grumman stands out from competitors by securing long-term contracts with government agencies, which ensures a steady revenue stream and allows for significant investment in research and development. The company's goal is to maintain its leadership position in the aerospace and defense sector by continuously innovating and delivering comprehensive solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$192.2M

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

N/A

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Northrop Grumman's continuous innovation, exemplified by the Jackal missile and M230LF chain gun, positions it as a leader in cutting-edge defense technology.
  • The company's long-term contracts with government clients ensure a steady revenue stream and financial stability.
  • Significant investments in R&D and partnerships, such as the ammunition production line in Lithuania, offer growth opportunities and market expansion.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive bidding process for government contracts can lead to revenue volatility if Northrop Grumman fails to secure key deals.
  • Dependence on government contracts makes the company vulnerable to changes in defense budgets and political priorities.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman's focus on advanced autonomous systems and AI capabilities, such as the FAAD ABM, sets it apart in the defense sector by enhancing real-time decision-making for warfighters.
  • The company's diversified revenue streams across Aerospace Systems, Mission Systems, and Technology Services provide stability and resilience against market fluctuations.
  • Northrop Grumman's strategic partnerships, like the one with Lithuania for ammunition production, expand its global footprint and strengthen international alliances.

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