Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Space Systems (Level 5)

0909 SP - Orbital Space Systems; United States; On-site; USD 177,000 - 266,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer – Level 5 in Dulles, VA, to develop flight software platforms for space systems. You will work on mission-critical software, with a focus on embedded modules, BSPs, and hardware-in-the-loop integration.

The position requires a STEM degree with extensive experience, proficiency in C/C++ and Python, and an active Secret clearance. Expect a demanding, collaborative environment and opportunities to influence national security programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 12+ years of experience or Master’s with 10+ years or PhD with 7+ years.
• Advanced proficiency in C/C++, Python and embedded systems tooling.
• Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance required at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software modules and interfaces (UART, MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire, SPI).
• Collaborate across disciplines to define flight-software requirements, testing plans, and verification.
• Create BSPs, device drivers, and perform hardware-in-the-loop integration.
• Conduct design analysis, documentation, and presentations for customers.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python

RTOS/embedded systems

Linux

Avionics integration

Parallel processing concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

Stellar

CFS

Yocto

Vulcan

SpaceWire

MIL-STD-1553

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer – Level 5 in Dulles, VA, to develop flight software platforms for space systems. You will work on mission-critical software, with a focus on embedded modules, BSPs, and hardware-in-the-loop integration.

The position requires a STEM degree with extensive experience, proficiency in C/C++ and Python, and an active Secret clearance. Expect a demanding, collaborative environment and opportunities to influence national security programs.