Northrop Grumman

Principal Engineer/Sr Principal Engineer Embedded Software - Tactical Data Link

Northrop Grumman$114K — $171K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Engineering or related STEM field plus relevant experience (5-8 years)
  • Proficient in C/C++ and Object-Oriented Programming
  • Expertise in software lifecycle processes from requirements to testing
  • Experience in integrating firmware and software in real-time applications
  • Knowledge of Tactical Datalink development and testing
  • Familiarity with Agile development and tools like Jira/Bitbucket/Git
  • Must obtain U.S. Government Secret security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop embedded software for Link-16 or Tactical Datalink
  • Integrate and test software in real-time systems
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams in Agile settings
  • Analyze system capabilities to troubleshoot and optimize performance
  • Oversee the entire software lifecycle from design to testing

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Paid time off for vacation and personal business
  • Company paid holidays
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal or Sr. Principal Embedded Engineer Software based out of San Diego, CA. 

 

What You'll Get to Do:

In this role you will design, develop, integrate and test software for our end-user customers and businesses, primarily focused on Link-16 or Tactical Datalink software code bases. Specifically, you will be responsible for the design, architecture, development, and administration of embedded and real time systems. You will work with multi-disciplinary teams, such as with Systems Engineering, Digital Engineering, Hardware, and Integration & Test, in an Agile software development environment. You will analyze system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls. 

 

This position is contingent upon the ability to obtain a Clearance and program award

This requisition may be filled as a Principal or Sr. Principal

 

Principal Engineer Embedded Software Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or another STEM discipline with 5 years of related experience, or Master's degree with 3 years or a PhD with 1 year of experience
  • Proficient in C/C++
  • Proficient in Object Oriented programming
  • Proficient in all areas of the formal software lifecycle process from requirements to testing
  • Experience integrating low-level firmware and software in complex real-time multi-threaded embedded applications
  • Experience with developing and debugging embedded real-time systems.
  • Familiarity with Static Analysis and Unit Testing
  • Experience using Jira/Bitbucket/Git and the Agile software development process
  • Experience with Tactical Datalink development
  • Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as Tactical Datalink radios/terminals
  • Familiarity with Link 16 or TACAN Waveform Standard Documents
  • Familiarity with Common Object Request Broker Architecture (CORBA)
  • Familiarity with Software Communications Architecture (SCA)
  • Experience with Software Defined Radios
  • Must be able to obtain a U.S Government Secret level security clearance
  • Ability to work full-time onsite at our Rancho Carmel location.

 

Sr. Principal Engineer Embedded Software Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or another STEM discipline with 8 years of related experience, or Master's degree with 6 years or a PhD with 4 years of experience.
  • Proficient in C/C++
  • Proficient in Object Oriented programming
  • Proficient in all areas of the formal software lifecycle process from requirements to testing
  • Experience integrating low-level firmware and software in complex real-time multi-threaded embedded applications
  • Experience with developing and debugging embedded real-time systems.
  • Familiarity with Static Analysis and Unit Testing
  • Experience using Jira/Bitbucket/Git and the Agile software development process
  • Experience with Tactical Datalink development
  • Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as Tactical Datalink radios/terminals
  • Familiarity with Link 16 or TACAN Waveform Standard Documents
  • Familiarity with Common Object Request Broker Architecture (CORBA)
  • Familiarity with Software Communications Architecture (SCA)
  • Experience with Software Defined Radios
  • Must be able to obtain a U.S Government Secret level security clearance
  • Ability to work full-time onsite at our Rancho Carmel location.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in testing and troubleshooting Link16 waveform in an embedded software environment
  • Experience with the Avionics Operating System
  • Experience with Xilinx platforms (Zynq, Ultrascale+, and VERSAL)
  • Experience with Yocto/Petalinux
  • Experience with Communication Protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, Ethernet)
  • Experience with TCP/IP and common network configurations
  • Experience implementing cryptographic mechanisms using dedicated software libraries
  • Experience with Rust
  • Familiarity with Xilinx tools (Vitis, Vivado)
  • Familiarity with HAIPE, OTNK, and/or IKE
  • Familiarity with Linux kernel driver development/modifications
  • Familiarity with assembly language
  • Familiarity with bare metal embedded device drivers
  • Familiarity with PowerPC architectures and peripherals
  • Familiarity with IBM tools (Rhapsody, DOORS, Clearcase)
  • Familiarity with Green Hills AdaMulti
  • Familiarity with MIL-STD-6016
  • Current active Secret or Top Secret Clearance
  • Current active SAP clearance
  • Currently engaged in Networked Information Solutions program portfolio(s)

Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

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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Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
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