Northrop Grumman (DoD SkillBridge) – Software Engineer: Vulnerability Research - Reverse Engine[...]

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 89,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering organization as a Software Engineer in San Antonio, where you'll tackle national security threats through innovative software solutions. This role emphasizes creativity and collaboration, allowing you to develop and debug critical systems. As part of a diverse team, you'll engage in meaningful work that shapes the future of technology. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is designed for you. Embrace the challenge and be part of a mission-driven environment that values intellectual curiosity and diversity.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Qualifications

• BS degree in STEM and experience in software engineering required.
• Experience in reverse engineering or vulnerability analysis is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop low-level software and systems.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers for product development.

Skills

Software Engineering

Reverse Engineering

Vulnerability Analysis

C/C++ Programming

Problem Solving

Education

BS in STEM (Computer Science, Engineering, etc.)

MS in STEM (Computer Science, Engineering, etc.)

Tools

IDA Pro

BinaryNinja

Job description

Requisition ID: R10187696

• Category: Information Technology

• Location: San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Secret

• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

• Positions Available: 1

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. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.

NG- Military Internship Program Description:

The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The NG-MIP program is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels.

Responsibilities for this internship position are:

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – Military Internship Program (DoD SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.

Goals – Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training.

Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly-trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission “Defining Possible” on Day 1.

Outcome – Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.

DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:

• Has served at least 180 days on active duty

• Is within 12 months of separation or retirement

• Will receive an honorable discharge

• Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS

• Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months

• Received Unit Commander written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

Job Description:

Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Software Engineer or Principal Software Engineer: Vulnerability Research - Reverse Engineering to join our team in San Antonio, Texas, where you’ll get to lead the development of solutions to national security threats with products that may involve kernel development, reverse engineering or vulnerability research of network and communication systems.

Essential Functions:

• Designs, develops, documents, tests and debugs low level software and systems that contain logical solutions.

• Conducts multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software.

• Determines computer user needs; analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls; prepares operating instructions; designs and develops compilers and assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems.

• Ensures software standards are met.

Basic Qualifications:

• Software Engineer Level: BS degree in STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Math, Physics, or Electrical Engineering and 2 years of software engineering experience; MS degree with 0 years of experience; or an additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

• Principal Software Engineer Level: BS degree in STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Math, Physics, or Electrical Engineering and 5 years of software engineering experience; MS degree with 3 years of experience; or an additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

• US Citizenship with active DoD Secret clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance

• Experience in reverse engineering or vulnerability analysis.

• Demonstrated software programming experience in C/C++.

• Familiarity with disassemblers such as IDA Pro, BinaryNinja, or others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of secure / insecure programming concepts (format string vulnerabilities, heap overflows, etc.).

Salary Range: $89,400 - $134,200

Salary Range 2: $110,300 - $165,500

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.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.