Software/Principal Software Engineer

Posted 14 Days Ago
Be an Early Applicant
Oklahoma City, OK, USA
In-Office
75K-140K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Design, implement, and verify embedded and test software for avionics test systems. Lead solution design, HW/SW integration, debugging, data acquisition, DevSecOps integration, documentation, and cross-team coordination to meet contractual commitments.
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.

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.

Our Advanced Test and Support Systems (ATSS) group is seeking Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer (Level 2/3) to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals in Oklahoma City, OK. You will become part of a Northrop Grumman team of professionals who are actively developing Avionics Testing Solutions and Specialized Test Equipment.

Responsibilities:
•    Oversight and ownership of software engineering design and implementation for a wide array of projects including:
o    Solution design
o    Modelling and presentations
o    Work Planning
o    Embedded Coding
o    Debugging
o    Hardware Control and Interface
o    Data Acquisition and Management
o    Multilevel Test and Verification
o    Development and coordination for internal and customer design reviews for the software and system level designs of our products
o    Integration into DevSecOps environment
•    Development of supporting documentation (operating / user manuals, etc.) for our products
•    Assist in troubleshooting of lab equipment as failures occur
•    Coordination with management to ensure product technical data packages meet project schedule commitments
•    Coordinate between several internal and external stakeholder groups (Software Development, System Test, Cyber Operations, Procurement, etc.) to achieve contractual commitments

Basic Qualifications:

  • Software Engineer: Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science (or equivalent) with 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree with 0 years of related engineering experience
  • Principal Software Engineer: Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science (or equivalent) with 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree with 3 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD with 0 years of related engineering experience
  • Experience with SAFe Agile software development using Python, C++, and/or C# in a Windows or Red Hat Enterprise Linux environment
  • Knowledge of object-oriented design and software lifecycles
  • Experience with version control software, configuration management processes, and modern CI/CD practices
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain a U.S. government SECRET security clearance & special program access
  • Experience in Aerospace or Defense industry (development or test)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Active U.S. government SECRET or higher security clearance with investigation in the last five (5) years
  • Active Program clearance
  • Master’s Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline
  • Experience with HW/SW Integration
  • Experience with DevSecOps pipeline (GitHub/GitLab)
  • Experience in software development to include any of the following: kernel mode, embedded, command and control, web applications, network applications
  • Development of lower-level networking protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP and/or MIL-STD-1553
  • Experience with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket)
  • Experience with NI LabVIEW development
  • Experience with supporting operational systems
  • Experience with supporting distributed systems
  • Experience with working in Virtualized Environments (VMs, AWS Cloud Instances)
  • Experience with QT or GL Studios

Primary Level Salary Range: $75,100.00 - $112,700.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $93,300.00 - $139,900.00

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's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science (or equivalent) with relevant experience
  • Experience with Python, C++, and/or C# development in Windows or Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments
  • Knowledge of object-oriented design and software lifecycles
  • Experience with version control, configuration management, and CI/CD practices
  • Experience with SAFe Agile software development
  • U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain U.S. government SECRET security clearance and special program access
  • Experience in Aerospace or Defense industry (development or test)

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.

Northrop Grumman Insights

Am I A Good Fit?
beta
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

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.

Similar Jobs

Citizens Logo Citizens

Principal Software Engineer

Digital Media • Fintech • Information Technology • Machine Learning • Financial Services • Cybersecurity • Automation
In-Office or Remote
2 Locations
17000 Employees

DIRECTV Logo DIRECTV

Software Engineer

Consumer Web • Digital Media • Information Technology • News + Entertainment • On-Demand
In-Office or Remote
2 Locations
12000 Employees
148K-268K Annually

Microsoft Logo Microsoft

Principal Software Engineer

Software • Quantum Computing • Metaverse • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
In-Office or Remote
2 Locations
206870 Employees
166K-331K Annually

Gitwit Logo Gitwit

Principal Software Engineer

Angel or VC Firm • Artificial Intelligence • Information Technology • Professional Services
In-Office or Remote
Tulsa, OK, USA
190K-230K Annually

Similar Companies Hiring

Kepler  Thumbnail
Artificial Intelligence • Fintech • Software
New York, New York
9 Employees
Onshore Thumbnail
Artificial Intelligence • Fintech • Software • Financial Services
New York, New York
60 Employees
Revel.io Thumbnail
Aerospace • Hardware • Robotics • Software
US
50 Employees

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account