Embedded Software Engineer or Principal Embedded Software Engineer

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Requisition ID: R10186921

• Category: Engineering
• Location: Annapolis, Maryland, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
  
  

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector (NGMS) Software Department at Northrop Grumman Oceanic is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer or Principal Embedded Software Engineer .

What You’ll Get To Do

The Embedded Software Engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing software solutions for a broad range of embedded applications. The selected engineer will support varied product lines including AI image processing exploitation, digital signal processing, autonomous vehicle software, command and control, Man-Machine Interfaces, sensor/SONAR systems and simulation/stimulation.

Underseas projects use a variety of state-of-the-art software tools, including Yockto Project or similar full-system embedded Linux build tools, Qt, Jenkins, Docker, Java, javascript, web app and network programming tools.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Development of software functional components, algorithms, device controllers, and graphical user interfaces
• Develop prototypes, demonstrations and proposals
• Work in a collaborative Agile software development team environment with continuous integration and test frameworks
• Assignments may involve any or all of the phases of software development requirements analysis, design, coding, unit testing, integration, acceptance testing and customer support
• Assignments may involve leading small development teams and mentoring junior engineers.
  
  

Basic Qualifications For Embedded Software Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 2 years of software engineering experience (0 years for MS degree)
• US Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance
• Experience in software development using C and Python
• Strong Linux experience
  
  

Basic Qualifications For Principal Embedded Software Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 5 years of software engineering experience (3 years for MS degree, 1 years for PhD)
• US Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance
• Experience in software development using C and Python
• Strong Linux experience
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• OpenGL 3D graphics experience
• Working knowledge of Apache Kafka
• QT for GUI development
• Github experience
• Gitlab experience
• MS degree in STEM discipline
• Embedded software system development
• Experience with sonar or other digital signal processing systems and applications
  
  

This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.

What We Can Offer You Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which 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!

Salary Range: $85,400 - $128,000

Salary Range 2: $105,400 - $158,000

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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.