Northrop Grumman

Principal / Sr Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman$98K — $184K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent STEM discipline.
  • 5-7 years of relevant experience depending on degree level for Principal or 8-10 years for Senior Principal.
  • Proficiency in C/C++/Ada or similar object-oriented programming languages.
  • Expertise in the entire formal software development lifecycle process.
  • Experience with embedded software, emulation/simulation software development, and Linux development.
  • Ability to collaborate with firmware engineers on low-level libraries.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain embedded operational flight programs adhering to software best practices.
  • Engage in the full software development life cycle from requirements to testing and maintenance.
  • Lead problem-solving discussions and offer solutions for complex issues.
  • Collaborate with Program Management, external suppliers, and government customers.
  • Participate actively in team discussions and contribute to project direction.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Savings plan options.
  • Paid holidays and PTO for vacation or personal business.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Defense Sector has a need for a Principal / Senior Principal Embedded Software Engineer with its Weapons Integration and Mission Solutions (WIMS) organization in Warner Robins, GA. This engineering position is for a role on our Integrated Mission Solutions (IMS) Embedded Software Engineering Team. You will be an integral part of an interdisciplinary team of engineers focused on the modernization and sustainment of Embedded Electronic Warfare and Radar Operational Flight Programs. Our ideal candidate will possess technical expertise, a drive to lead from where you are, collaborative people skills, and the proven ability to work within a technically diverse team. This is a full-time salaried position in Warner Robins, GA and requires that you work on-site daily.

What you'll get to do:
  • Develop, modify, and maintain embedded operational flight programs using software development best practices and standards.
  • Participate in the full software development life cycle, to include requirements development, modeling and design, unit to CSCI testing, integration, formal system testing, release, installation, and maintenance.
  • Ability to provide leadership in solving complex problems.
  • Frequent opportunities to interact with Program Management, external suppliers and/or government customers, therefore excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills are essential to succeeding in this role


**This position may be filled at the Principal Engineer Embedded Software OR Senior Principal Engineer Embedded Software level.

Basic Qualifications for Principal Engineer Embedded Software:
  • Must have a Bachelor of Science (B.S) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent STEM related discipline.
  • Minimum of 5 years of direct relevant experience with B.S degree; Minimum of 3 years of direct relevant experience with Masters degree; Minimum of 1 year of direct relevant experience with PhD.
  • Proficiency in C/C++/Ada or other Object-Oriented programming languages
  • Proficiency in all areas of the formal software development lifecycle process from requirements to testing
  • Proficiency in embedded software development
  • Proficiency in emulation/simulation software development
  • Proficiency in Linux development
  • Proficiency in working with Firmware engineers for low-level libraries
  • Highly motivated self-starters and able to efficiently operate in a team environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level security clearance


Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Engineer Embedded Software:
  • Must have a Bachelor of Science (B.S) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent STEM related discipline.
  • Minimum of 8 years of direct relevant experience with B.S degree; Minimum of 6 years of direct relevant experience with Masters degree; Minimum of 4 years of direct relevant experience with PhD.
  • Proficiency in C/C++/Ada or other Object-Oriented programming languages
  • Proficiency in all areas of the formal software development lifecycle process from requirements to testing
  • Proficiency in embedded software development
  • Proficiency in emulation/simulation software development
  • Proficiency in Linux development
  • Proficiency in working with Firmware engineers for low-level libraries
  • Highly motivated self-starters and able to efficiently operate in a team environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level security clearance


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active Secret Security Clearance
  • Experience developing/debugging Electronic Warfare/Radar software
  • Experience with Assembly code
  • Experience with Yocto and Petalinux
  • Experience with hands-on software/hardware integration and testing
  • Experience with the Agile software development process
  • Experience interfacing with customers and/or stakeholders
  • Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams
  • Experience with digital signal processing
  • Experience analyzing system requirements to derive software design and test specifications
  • Experience using Jira/Bitbucket/Git
  • Experience with LabView


Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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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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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