Staff Software Systems Engineer-Level 5 (AHT)

Northrop Grumman; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 266,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Northridge, CA is seeking a Staff Software Systems Engineer (Level 5) to join our defense systems team on site. A Secret clearance is required to start and relocation assistance may be available.

You will translate system requirements into software specifications, work with software and systems engineers, and support verification and integration across CSCIs. The role demands embedded software experience, familiarity with Cameo, and a strong systems engineering background.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline with strong systems engineering background.
• Experience with embedded software and ability to read code to verify implementations.
• Knowledge of requirements analysis, allocation, and verification processes.

Responsibilities

• Translate system/subsystem software requirements into software-level requirements for each CSCIs.
• Collaborate with System and Software engineers to develop software architecture models.
• Support verification and validation of software products and system integration tests.
• Develop software/test artifacts using Cameo Enterprise Architecture for use cases and diagrams.

Skills

Embedded software

CAMEO

Requirements analysis

System design

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

DOORS

CAMEO

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START

Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE

Secret

TRAVEL

Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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 - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman's Defense System's Advanced Weapons Division is looking for a Staff Software Systems Engineer-Level 5, located in Northridge, CA

This role will be 100% on-site with no hybrid opportunities. A current government issued secret clearance is required to start.

This person will support the AARGM SW6 Program. As a member of the Software team, you'll work in a fast-paced environment as the go between for the Software Engineering functional group and the Systems Engineering functional group. Candidate should possess Systems Engineering discipline knowledge with strong embedded software familiarity. Candidate will be responsible for analyzing, allocating requirements and specifications with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Responsible for translating system/subsystem level software requirements into software level requirements for each CSCI. Work with System and Software engineers to develop software architecture models. Support Verification and Validation of software product to ensure all integrated CSCIs function as intended. Experience in systems engineering including requirements analysis, requirements allocation, system design, software design, software implementation, software testing, system integration, field integration testing, and requirements verification. Experience in software/systems architecture using Cameo Enterprise Architecture (behavioral, structural, analytical) to develop use cases, activity diagrams and sequence diagrams. Familiarity in Writing Software Test Plans and Test Descriptions and running tests.

Basic Qualifications Staff Software Systems Engineer (Level 5)

• Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline and a minimum of twelve (12) years of systems engineering experience with any exposure to requirements development and verification activities; will consider Master of Science in an Engineering discipline and a minimum of ten (10) years of systems engineering experience with any exposure to requirements development and verification activities.
• Experience in systems engineering tools, such as DOORS, CAMEO.
• Experience in Embedded Software, and ability to read code and verify the implementation per Software Requirements Specifications
• Experience with system/subsystem/software/hardware integration, test, and verification
• Experience in the defense industry and design in an aerospace environment
• Current US Government Secret security clearance, adjudicated within the past 5 years

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in multiple aerospace and defense technologies (e.g., sensors, navigation aids, guidance electronics, controls, propulsion, structures, platforms).
• Have technical knowledge in one or more military mission areas (e.g., Air, Land, Sea, Space, Cyber)
• Experience in assessing legacy system architecture and innovation for future potential technology development.

Primary Level Salary Range: $177,000.00 - $265,600.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.