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The Role
Develop and qualify safety/mission-critical embedded real-time software across the full SDLC. Architect, implement, integrate, debug, and verify OO C++/C/Python applications on RTOS. Work on Agile Scrum teams, produce requirements and tests, use CI/CD and static/dynamic analysis tools, and support secure government programs requiring DoD clearance.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer – Requirements & Test, to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located onsite in Melbourne, Florida.
Essential Functions:
- Work in an innovative environment, on significantly diverse assignments, and in collaborative team settings across all levels
- Participate in the full software development life cycle including requirements, design, implementation, qualification, and delivery of software products to our customers
- Architect and develop embedded mission systems software applications on a real time operating system
- Be a part of Agile Scrum teams to develop software products for multiple software baselines
This requisition may be filled at either a Software Engineer level 2 or a Principal Software Engineer level 3.
Basic Qualifications for a Software Engineer (Level 2):
- Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of experience in software engineering OR a Master’s degree in a (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 0 years of experience in software engineering OR a PhD degree in a (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 0-years of experience.
- Knowledge with Agile Framework.
- Knowledge developing software and scripts in C, Object Oriented C++, AND/OR Python for Safety/Mission Critical applications/Systems.
- Knowledge with Software Change Control, Change Management, and CI/CD tools such as: Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo), AND/OR GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes.
- Knowledge architecting, Designing, Modeling (Rhapsody OR Cameo), Implementing, Maintaining, Integrating, Debugging, Verifying and Qualifying Safety/Mission-Critical Embedded Real Time Software written in OO C++ running on Real-Time Operating Systems such as: VxWorks, Integrity, AND/OR Real Time Embedded Linux.
- Knowledge with Static & Dynamic Code Analysis Tools and Fuzzing Tools such as: Coverity, SonarQube, AND/OR Fortify.
- General understanding of software architecture and test to be able to develop requirements
- Active DoD Secret level clearance OR Top Secret (in-scope), with the ability to obtain (and maintain) special program access (PAR) prior to commencement of employment.
Basic Qualifications for a Principal Software Engineer (Level 3):
- Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience; OR Master’s degree in a STEM discipline with 3 years of related experience; OR PhD with 1 year of related experience
- Knowledge with Agile Framework.
- Knowledge developing software and scripts in C, Object Oriented C++, AND/OR Python for Safety/Mission Critical applications/Systems.
- Knowledge with Software Change Control, Change Management, and CI/CD tools such as: Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo), AND/OR GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes.
- Knowledge architecting, Designing, Modeling (Rhapsody OR Cameo), Implementing, Maintaining, Integrating, Debugging, Verifying and Qualifying Safety/Mission-Critical Embedded Real Time Software written in OO C++ running on Real-Time Operating Systems such as: VxWorks, Integrity, AND/OR Real Time Embedded Linux.
- Knowledge with Static & Dynamic Code Analysis Tools and Fuzzing Tools such as: Coverity, SonarQube, AND/OR Fortify.
- General understanding of software architecture and test to be able to develop requirements
- Active DoD Secret level clearance OR Top Secret (in-scope), with the ability to obtain (and maintain) special program access (PAR) prior to commencement of employment.
Preferred Qualifications for both a Software Engineer and Principal Software Engineer:
- Demonstrated leadership, teamwork capabilities, strong time management, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Current Special Access Program (SAP) access.
- Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering and Software modeling (SysML/UML) in Rhapsody or Cameo.
- Experience with IBM Rational DOORS and technical requirements management generation
- Experience writing automated testing scripts in Python
- Experience developing software and requirements for safety critical embedded systems
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in STEM with 2 years experience OR Master's/PhD alternatives as listed for level 2/3
- Knowledge with Agile Framework
- Developing software and scripts in C, Object Oriented C++, and/or Python for safety/mission-critical systems
- Experience with software change control/change management and CI/CD tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo, GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes)
- Architecting, designing, modeling (Rhapsody or Cameo), implementing, maintaining, integrating, debugging, verifying and qualifying safety/mission-critical embedded real-time software
- Experience with real-time operating systems such as VxWorks, Integrity, or Real-Time Embedded Linux
- Knowledge of static and dynamic code analysis and fuzzing tools (Coverity, SonarQube, Fortify)
- General understanding of software architecture and test to be able to develop requirements
- Active DoD Secret level clearance or Top Secret (in-scope) with ability to obtain and maintain special program access (PAR) prior to employment
- For Principal level: Bachelor's +5 years related experience OR Master's +3 years OR PhD +1 year (as listed)
- Ability to work onsite in Melbourne, FL and travel ~10%
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
