Principal C++ Embedded Software Engineer (AHT)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on
revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for
generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon.
This position is required to be full-time, on-site in the Northridge, CA location. No remote/telework arrangement is available for this position.

*Applicant must have the ability to obtain a US Government DoD Secret security clearance.

Northrop Grumman Advanced Weapons is seeking a highly skilled C++ Embedded Engineer 3 to design, develop, and maintain real-time embedded software for defense-grade hardware platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in modern C++, low-level programming, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and the ability to work within rigorous security and safety frameworks.

You will be part of a multidiscipline engineering team in Advanced Weapons and will be on the forefront of developing next generation solutions to protect technology for our nation’s warfighters.

Responsibilities:

• Support one of our programs for defining and architecting a secured missile
weapon system.
• Collaborate with team members of other projects within the organization for
security architecture designs as well as external partners and customers.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team of hardware engineers, system architects,
and verification specialists, to deliver robust, high-performance code that meets
stringent DoD requirements.
• Develop and implement software for embedded devices and systems based on requirements.
• Design. develop. code. test and debug system software.
• Participate in all aspects of software development lifecycle activities in an agile environment.
• Translate high-level system requirements into detailed software specifications
and test cases.
• Software requirements verification and validation.

Basic qualifications for a C++ Embedded Software Engineer 3:

• Bachelor's degree in related subject with 5+ years of experience with C++ on
embedded real-time systems or a master’s degree with 3+ years of C++
experience working on embedded real-time systems.
• Experience in C++ embedded software development working within an Agile
environment.
• Experience with full software lifecycle: specification, design, implementation,
integration, debug, and maintenance are required.
• Experience with one or more Software languages/technologies: C/C++, Java,
Python, C#.
• *Must have an Active US Government Secret Security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with software version control tools such as Git.

• Experience in embedded systems design with preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems.

• Experience with embedded C++ optimization and using tools such as VxWorks.

• Hands on hardware integration and testing experience.

• Ability to debug complex integrated applications or test setup issues.

• Experience using Atlassian Tool Suite: JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket, SonarQube.

• Experience with embedded systems software for missile electronics or avionics for aircraft, spacecraft or satellites.”

• Must have an Active US Government Secret Security Clearance

* Living in Northridge offers a perfect combination of urban living with the beauty of nature. It is a short drive away from downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills, or the rest of the San Fernando Valley. Take advantage of your flexible work schedule to enjoy shopping at the local Northridge Fashion Center or spend time at the local Recreation Center as well as easy access to nearby protected natural areas such as the Chatsworth Reservoir, the Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park, Lake Balboa or within driving distance, spend a day at the beach or snow ski at our local mountains. With Cal State Northridge right in the heart of town, the area has an active college-town energy combined with family-friendly suburban charm. The stunning southern California climate makes for year-round easy living. With an average of 284 sunny days during the year, it is safe to say you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy your outdoor activities to the fullest.

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Primary 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.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.