Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer 2 (AHT) - R10193044

Northrop Grumman; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer, where you'll be at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge simulation technologies for missile systems. This on-site role offers a unique opportunity to work with a dedicated team in software development, systems engineering, and modeling. With a focus on C++ and Python, you'll help shape the future of defense technology while gaining invaluable experience in a dynamic and collaborative environment. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Savings Plan

Paid Holidays

PTO

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in software engineering or related fields.
• Knowledge of flight dynamics and sensors is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in integrating C++ based simulations into a system of simulations.
• Focus on software development for missile systems.

Skills

C++

Python

BASH

Object-Oriented Programming

Distributed Computing Architectures

Physics Knowledge

Education

BS in Software Engineering

MS in Related Fields

Tools

CMAKE

MATLAB

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer 2 (AHT) - R10193044

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer 2 to join our team at the Northridge, CA location. This is an on-site role only, with no remote work options.

The successful candidate will assist in integrating our C++ based simulation of the AARGM ER missile system into a system of simulations. The team offers opportunities in software development, systems engineering, modeling, and analysis, providing a broad understanding of missile systems. The initial focus will be on software development.

Basic Qualifications:

• BS in software engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, systems engineering, or related field with 2 years of experience, or MS in the same fields with no experience required.
• Experience with C++ in object-oriented programming.
• Knowledge of scripting with Python, BASH, or DOS.
• Experience with compilers and scripting tools like CMAKE.
• Understanding of distributed computing architectures.
• Physics knowledge sufficient to understand flight dynamics and sensors, or coursework in statistics.
• Current Secret security clearance within the past 5 years, able to obtain SAP clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency with analysis tools like MATLAB or Python (numpy, matplotlib, pandas).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with requirements verification, validation, and high-performance computing.
• Experience in modeling and simulation of weapon systems, operational analysis, flight dynamics, and tools like CAMEO and AFSIM.

Salary range: $89,400 - $134,200. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays, and PTO. The application window is approximately 20 days from posting, but may vary.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. Citizenship required for positions requiring security clearance.