Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer – Simulation Tools

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Software Engineer – Simulation Tools (Level 2) OR Principal Software Engineer – Simulation Tools (Level 3) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test & Evaluation organization. This position is located in Melbourne, FL.

In this role, you will design, develop, and enhance advanced software tools that power our multi-platform simulation environments. Your expertise will be essential in creating reliable, high-performing solutions used to verify and validate mission and vehicle systems through multiple levels of test. If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and eager to contribute to impactful aerospace projects, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our innovative team.

Key Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Design and develop software for multi-domain, multi-platform system integration laboratories, including specialized updates using LabVIEW.

• Analyze customer requirements and generate technical solutions that meet schedule and cost constraints.

• Present innovative ideas to stakeholders and collaborate in group settings.

• Build high-quality software that adheres to coding standards and technical design.

• Define, implement, and document system tests, and troubleshoot software and hardware issues.

Basic Qualifications:

This requisition may be filled at a Software Engineer – Simulation Tools (Level 2) OR Principal Software Engineer – Simulation Tools (Level 3) level based on the qualifications below.

Software Engineer – Simulation Tools (Level 2)

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline and 2 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related professional/military experience.

• Must have an active DoD Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, prior to the commencement of employment.

• Experience in software development with C++ and/or experience with other programming languages such as C#, Python, LabVIEW, or other.

Principal Software Engineer – Simulation Tools (Level 3)

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline and 5 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline and 1 year of related professional/military experience.

• Must have an active DoD Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, prior to the commencement of employment.

• Experience in software development with C++ and/or experience with other programming languages such as C#, Python, LabVIEW, or other.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering with software focus

• Experience developing Software in C++

• Strong troubleshooting skills across multi-domain, multi-platform systems.

• Active Top Secret Clearance and Program Access

• Proficiency with multiple of the programming languages (e.g., C++, C#, Python, LabVIEW)

• Experience with protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP) and hardware interfaces (e.g., as 1553, A429, 1394).

• Experience developing OS agnostic software; familiarity with Linux environments

• Experience with decomposition / comprehension of Interface Control Documents (ICDs) of varying complexity

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

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.