Lead Embedded Software Engineer — Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 192,800 - 289,200; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU) in Northridge, CA is seeking a Sr. Staff Embedded Software Engineer (Level 6) to join our Advanced Weapons Business Unit.

You will translate requirements into robust, real-time software for multicore SoC platforms and collaborate across hardware, firmware, and algorithm teams. This on-site role requires a Secret clearance, strong C++ and DSP skills, and a track record in architecture and full software lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering with significant embedded software background.
• Experience in system architecture and real-time multicore SoC software.
• Proficiency in C++, DSP, and at least one other language (Java/Python/C#).
• U.S. Government Secret clearance or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Translate system requirements into robust embedded-device software.
• Design and develop real-time, multicore software for SoC platforms.
• Participate in all phases of the SDLC with Agile practices.
• Verify software against requirements and performance targets.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and algorithms teams for integration.
• Mentor junior engineers and maintain architectural artifacts.

Skills

C++

DSP

Java

Python

C#

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science/Engineering

Master’s degree in Science/Engineering

PhD in related field

Tools

Git

VxWorks

Oscilloscope

Job description

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU) in Northridge, CA is seeking a Sr. Staff Embedded Software Engineer (Level 6) to join our Advanced Weapons Business Unit.

You will translate requirements into robust, real-time software for multicore SoC platforms and collaborate across hardware, firmware, and algorithm teams. This on-site role requires a Secret clearance, strong C++ and DSP skills, and a track record in architecture and full software lifecycle.