Space Systems Software Engineer with TS/SCI Clearance

ngc; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Redondo Beach, CA seeks a Software Engineer - Level 3/4 to develop mission software and maintain multiple product lines. You will join a large, specialized team focusing on national security solutions and contribute to cutting‑edge capabilities while working in a demanding environment.

The role requires top‑secret clearance eligibility, expert C++ and OO design, and strong Linux/DevSecOps skills, with collaboration across Agile teams and government interfaces.

Qualifications

• Requires TS/SCI clearance eligibility and time to obtain.
• Strong object‑oriented programming and C/C++ expertise.
• Experience on Linux Red Hat environments and DevSecOps awareness.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain multiple mission software product lines.
• Collaborate with a large subsystems team to deliver solutions.
• Contribute to innovative approaches for national security missions.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

C/C++

Object-oriented programming

Red Hat Linux

Agile scrum

Java

Python

Perl

Linux development

Git

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree + 5 years relevant experience; Master's 3 yrs; PhD 1 yr

Additional 4 years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Confluence

Jira

Bitbucket

Bamboo

Git

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Redondo Beach, CA seeks a Software Engineer - Level 3/4 to develop mission software and maintain multiple product lines. You will join a large, specialized team focusing on national security solutions and contribute to cutting‑edge capabilities while working in a demanding environment.

The role requires top‑secret clearance eligibility, expert C++ and OO design, and strong Linux/DevSecOps skills, with collaboration across Agile teams and government interfaces.