Northrop Grumman

Engineer Embedded Software

Northrop Grumman$87K — $131K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical and/or Computer Engineering or related STEM degrees with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree with 0 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with C# programming is essential.
  • Must obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance plus any additional customer requested clearances prior to start.
  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Familiarity with communication protocols such as RS-232, RS-422/485, GPIB, and TCP/IP is preferred.
  • Proficiency in reading schematics and interpreting electrical one-lines is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Design, integrate, validate, and release software for Acceptance Testing of Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) in Manufacturing.
  • Collaborate with the Integrated Product Team to coordinate test software development from requirements capture to final validation.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for manufacturing acceptance test procedures and test equipment specifications.
  • Review product testability and work with design engineers to enhance testability in product designs.
  • Support multiple testing efforts for EOIR production hardware in a production environment.

Benefits

  • Health Plan options to support employees' and families' well-being.
  • Savings Plan to help employees prepare for their future.
  • Paid Time Off to promote work-life balance.
  • Education Assistance to support professional growth and development.
  • Training and Development opportunities to enhance employee skills.
  • Flexibility through a 9/80 work schedule where applicable.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SAP

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join us as an Engineer, Embedded Software - Manufacturing Test Engineering (Advanced EO) based on-site in Rolling Meadows, IL.

Manufacturing Engineers thrive in an environment of daily unique challenges and close proximity to products. Engineers who do well in this setting enjoy seeing their work perform in a test or a product, collaborate and communicate well across functions, and are innovative problem solvers. Best suited to this role are those who enjoy learning and bring a sense of urgency and energy to their tasks.

This position will support software efforts associated with testing Electro-Optical Infrared (EOIR) production hardware in a dynamic, fast-paced and technically challenging production environment.

Behavioral Traits sought out:
  • The Manufacturing Software Engineers are expected to be problem solvers with the ability to provide results that are innovative and often achieved through collaboration across functional groups.
  • We seek individuals with proven excellence in the following 6 core competencies:
  • a) High levels of Self-accountability and Ownership
  • b) Acts with Speed
  • c) Responds to Challenges with Resilience
  • d) Leads with Courage
  • e) Sets vision for the assigned products
  • f) Builds a High Performing Team


This position will be full-time, on-site at our Rolling Meadows, IL. location.

This position is contingent upon funding/contract award, special access program, and acquiring and maintaining the necessary US Government security clearance per customers' requirements prior to start.

What you will get to do:
  • Design, integrate, validate, and release software for Acceptance Testing of LRUs and System level sell-off supporting multiple Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and system-level testing for a new product introduction in Manufacturing.
  • Collaborate with the Integrated Product Team (IPT) to coordinate cross-functional test software development from requirements capture through final validation and release, and driving collaboration among product design engineers, test hardware engineers, quality assurance engineers, and manufacturing technicians.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for Manufacturing Acceptance Test, Environmental Screening procedures, and drawings of test equipment and fixtures.
  • Review testability of products and collaborate with design engineering to achieve testability in new and updated product design.


The ideal candidate will have:
  • Familiarity with communication protocols including RS-232, RS-422/485, GPIB, TCP/IP
  • Familiarity with reading schematics and interpreting electrical one-lines.


Basic Qualifications for the Embedded Software Engineer (Advanced EO):
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical and/or Computer Engineering or related STEM degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience; OR a Master's degree in equivalent fields with 0 or more years of relevant work experience.
  • Experience using C#
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a minimum of a Secret Clearance with additional customer specified clearance prior to start.
  • US Citizenship required.


Preferred Qualifications for the Embedded Software Engineer (Advanced EO):
  • 2 or more years of experience in electronic hardware Manufacturing environment and/or electronic hardware software or firmware design environment preferred.
  • Experience with use of EOIR test instruments such as (but not limited to) Oscilloscope, Signal Generator, Collimators, Black Bodies, Target Wheels, Power Meters, etc.
  • Experience with EOIR tests such as Modular Transfer Function (MTF) measurements, Non-Uniformity Correction (NUC), Noise-Equivalent Irradiance (NEI), Operability, Motion Control
  • Experience developing GUIs in Visual Studio
  • Linux OS Experience
  • Experience developing automated test software
  • Experience in troubleshooting a unit under test.
  • Experience using GitHub.


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 Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits, including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

#MPR

Primary Level Salary Range: $87,600.00 - $131,400.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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