Principal / Sr Principal Embedded Software Engineer

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Warner Robins, GA, USA
In-Office
98K-184K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Design, develop, and maintain real-time embedded operational flight programs across the full software lifecycle. Lead complex problem solving, perform software/hardware integration and testing, engage with program management, suppliers and customers, and support sustainment of EW and radar flight software.
Summary Generated by Built In
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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.

Northrop Grumman Defense Sector has a need for a Principal / Sr. 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 analytical thinking and problem-solving

  • 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 analytical thinking and problem-solving

  • 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 software targeted at real-time embedded operating systems (VxWorks, Embedded Linux)

  • Experience developing/debugging Electronic Warfare/Radar software

  • 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 - $147,600.00Secondary 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.

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent STEM discipline
  • Minimum direct relevant experience (Principal: 5 years with BS; Sr Principal: 8 years with BS)
  • Proficiency in C, C++, Ada or other object-oriented programming languages
  • Proficiency in full software development lifecycle from requirements through testing
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Highly motivated self-starter able to 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 Secret security clearance
  • Work on-site daily in Warner Robins, GA (on-site requirement)
  • Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time
  • Active Secret security clearance
  • Experience with real-time embedded OS (VxWorks, Embedded Linux)
  • Experience developing/debugging Electronic Warfare or Radar software
  • Hands-on software/hardware integration and testing experience
  • Experience with Agile software development processes
  • Experience interfacing with customers and stakeholders
  • Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams
  • Experience with digital signal processing
  • Experience deriving software design and test specifications from system requirements
  • Experience using Jira, Bitbucket, Git
  • Experience with LabView

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

  • Retirement Support 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.

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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
85,636 Employees

What We Do

We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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