Northrop Grumman

Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer - Embedded

Northrop Grumman • $91K — $137K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM discipline required; PhD preferred for higher level
  • 2-5 years of relevant engineering experience based on position level
  • Proficiency in programming languages like C, C++, Java, and Python
  • Experience with full software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Familiarity with Agile software development and software integration/testing
  • Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance is mandatory
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain software applications
  • Utilize modern technologies for rapid software development and deployment
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot software issues
  • Engage in software testing and lifecycle activities
  • Contribute to the documentation of software systems and architectural components

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan contributions
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Potential for annual bonuses based on performance
  • Eligibility for overtime and shift differential in some positions
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking to add a Software Engineer or Principal Software Engineer to join our team on site in San Diego, CA or El Segundo, CA. The candidate should be a self-starter with familiarity working in an Integrated Product Team construct.

Roles and Responsibilities will include:
• Develop and maintain new and existing software applications.
• Leverage modern technologies and practices to rapidly develop, integrate, test, and deploy new software capabilities.
• Collaborate with a cross functional team to diagnose and address software and system problems found throughout the system lifecycle.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility. There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Basic Qualifications:
• Level 2: Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and entry level related engineering experience
• Level 3: Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 1 years of related engineering experience.
• Experience with the full software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience with some of the following programming and scripting languages: C, C++, Java, and Python.
• Experience with Agile software development, object-oriented programming, embedded system programming, software integration and testing.
• Experience with some of the following: Jira, GitLab, Docker, Fortify, Coverity, Black Duck, or similar DevOps tools

• Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Access Program (SAP) access via a Program Access Request (PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain subsequent SAP PARs following commencement of employment to be able to completely support statement of work.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with developing multi-threaded software used for one of the following real-time applications: flight critical, safety, medical, or mission critical software.
• Ability to identify moderate execution defects by only reading code.
• Understanding of how their embedded software will fit into a larger software system.
• Ability to document, capture, and present software architectural components in modeling or diagramming tools.
• Experience with software running on Real-Time Operating systems such as: VxWorks, Integrity, and/or Real Time Embedded Linux.
• Experience with Docker Containers and RHEL 8.10 or later.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management.
• Active in-Scope, DoD Top Secret clearance
• Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) access.

Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00

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

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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