Embedded Software Engineer — Secret Clearance (Onsite)

ApplyMint; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Manhattan Beach, CA is seeking a Software Engineer (Level 1 or 2) to help maintain embedded flight software and develop ground tools for MILSATCOM payloads. You will join a large, experienced team and contribute across the full software lifecycle, with opportunities for growth in a dynamic defense program.

The role requires a STEM degree, strong C++ and OO design skills, Unix/Linux experience, and an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with zero years of experience.
• Proficiency in C++ and object‑oriented programming principles with hands‑on project experience.
• Experience developing software on Unix/Linux systems.
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance required at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance embedded flight software that controls onboard payload functions and develop ground tools.
• Contribute across the full software lifecycle—from design to testing and on‑orbit support.
• Collaborate with a multi‑disciplinary engineering team across programs.

Skills

C++

Unix/Linux

Object-oriented design

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

Tools

Perl

Python

Java

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Manhattan Beach, CA is seeking a Software Engineer (Level 1 or 2) to help maintain embedded flight software and develop ground tools for MILSATCOM payloads. You will join a large, experienced team and contribute across the full software lifecycle, with opportunities for growth in a dynamic defense program.

The role requires a STEM degree, strong C++ and OO design skills, Unix/Linux experience, and an active Secret clearance.