Algorithms Software Engineer - Level 2 or 3 (AHT)

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 92,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunity for discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems seeks an Algorithms Software Engineer at Level 2 or 3 to develop scalable tracking algorithms for missile systems. You will work on state estimation and model-based tracking with modern C++ and Python, delivering robust software solutions.

The role requires a STEM degree and a Secret clearance to start, with opportunities for TS/SCI as needed. Occasional travel ~10% is part of the position, and relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience (or Master’s with 0-2 years).
• Active in-scope U.S. Government Secret clearance required to start; TS/SCI potential in same timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, test, and implement extendable algorithms to improve missile tracking capabilities.
• Provide documentation for tracking algorithms including observation models, propagation models, and filters/smoothers.
• Perform data analysis and state estimation for tracking applications.
• Build toolchains and prototypes using Modern C++ and Python.
• Travel up to 10% as needed to support business requirements.

Skills

C/C++ development

Data analysis

Numerical computing

Travel up to 10%

Security clearance: Secret

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Master’s Degree in STEM

Tools

Linux

Containerization

Modern C++

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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 Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career opportunity for a Algorithms Software Engineer - Level 2 or 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.

Position Overview:

As an Algorithms Software Engineer - Level 2 or 3, you will be responsible for developing, analyzing, testing, and implementing extendable / reusable algorithms to improve missile tracking capabilities. Additional responsibilities will include but are not limited to providing documentation to supply tracking algorithms including observation models, propagation models, and filters / smoothers.

Essential Functions:

• Breadth and depth in the application of mathematics to perform data analysis and algorithm development for missile tracking applications
• Development and performance analysis of tracking and state estimation algorithms
• Tool and prototype development using Modern C++ and Python
• Algorithm defect tracking and resolution
• Technical Documentation as required
• Seeking candidates who find satisfaction in working on challenging and diverse assignments in collaborative settings across all levels

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below. This requisition may be filled at either an Algorithms Software Engineer - Level 2 or a Principal Algorithms Software Engineer - Level 3.

Basic Qualifications:

• Algorithms Software Engineer - Level 2: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 0-2 years of related experience.
• Principal Algorithms Software Engineer - Level 2: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related experience, or 1 year with a PhD.
• Linux exposure and working knowledge of common utilities like grep, awk, cat head, etc.
• C/C++ development experience
• Algorithm design and state estimation experience
• Data analysis - Population statistics and trend identification
• Bridge between theoretical concepts and practical implementation
• Experience with numerical computing (numerical linear algebra, differential equations, optimization (combinatorial and non-linear), and statistics)
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs
• Applicants must have an active in-scope U.S. Government issued Secret security clearance at the time of application which is required to start; with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong statistical background and skills
• Experience in tracking and prediction algorithms, simulation, and validation
• Experience with multiple hypothesis tracking
• Experience in the numerical implementation of motion filters
• Familiarity with Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) and Electro-Optical Infrared (EOIR) sensors and simulations is a plus
• Experience with containerization
• Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 – $137,600.00
• Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 – $171,000.00

Benefits:

• health insurance coverage
• life and disability insurance
• savings plan
• Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
• 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

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.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.