Associate/Engineer Embedded Software

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 66,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking Associate/Engineer Embedded Software for the WIMS team in Beavercreek, OH. You will develop and maintain embedded real-time software, participate in all lifecycle stages, and provide leadership within a diverse engineering group.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in a STEM field, are proficient in C/C++ or Python, and can obtain or hold a DoD Secret clearance. On-site work is required, with competitive salary ranges and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering or equivalent STEM field.
• Proficiency in C/C++ or Python and OO programming.
• Experience across the software development lifecycle from requirements to testing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, on-site team environment.
• Must hold or be able to obtain DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and maintain embedded real-time software and tools.
• Participate in the full software lifecycle from requirements to release and maintenance.
• Provide leadership in solving complex problems and interact with program management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on embedded flight software.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Object-Oriented programming

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or Electrical/Computer Engineering or equivalent STEM discipline

Tools

Jira

Jenkins

Git

Google Test

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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 two Associate Embedded Software Engineers or Embedded Software Engineers with its Weapons Integration and Mission Solutions (WIMS) organization in Beavercreek, OH. 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 Embedded Operational Flight Program modernization, sustainment, emulation, and simulation. 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 preferably in Beavercreek, OH, but other Northrop Grumman Warner Robins, GA locations may be considered. This position requires that you work on-site daily.

What you'll get to do:

• Develop, modify, and maintain embedded real time software and tools following best practices and standards.
• Participate in the full software development life cycle, to include requirements development, modeling and design, testing, integration, formal system testing, release, installation, and maintenance.
• Provide leadership in solving complex problems.
• Interact with Program Management and customers applying excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills

This position may be filled at the Associate Engineer Embedded Software OR Engineer Embedded Software level.

Basic Qualifications for Associate 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.
• Proficiency in C/C++ or Python and Object-Oriented programming
• Proficiency in all areas of the 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 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 2 years of direct relevant experience with B.S degree; Minimum of 0 years of direct relevant experience with Masters degree
• Proficiency in C/C++ or Python and Object-Oriented programming
• Proficiency in all areas of the 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:

• Experience developing/debugging software targeted at real-time embedded systems
• Experience with VxWorks, Green Hills Integrity, Embedded Linux, or other real time operating systems
• 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 assembly language, computer architecture, board support packages
• Experience analyzing system requirements to derive software design and test specifications
• Experience using an Agile management tool, such as Jira
• Experience using an automated testing tool, such as Jenkins
• Experience using a software configuration management tool, such as git
• Experience with software testing tools, such as Google Test
• Experience with Linux (or similar) command line and shell scripting
• Experience programming Input/Output device interfaces, such as serial, MIL-STD-1553, or sockets/ethernet
• Experience with multi-threaded programming and ensuring data integrity
• Experience using AI to aid software development
• Work on site in Beavercreek, OH.

Primary Level Salary Range: $65,800.00 - $98,800.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00

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.

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.