Staff Test Design Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Waynesboro, VA, seeks qualified applicants for a technical role focused on HW/SW solutions design, real-time analytics, and process automation. This on-site position demands a strong background in STEM fields, requiring applicants to hold a relevant degree and significant experience.

Key qualifications include familiarity with Agile methodologies and software languages such as C, C#, C++, and Python. The ideal candidate will also possess effective communication skills and the ability to work within a dynamic team. Join us in innovative projects where you can truly make a difference.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 12 years experience or equivalent in related technical fields.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Ability to maintain an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design creative HW/SW solutions with a motivated team.
• Conduct Real Time data analytics.
• Engage in UI/UX design and Process Automation.

Skills

SDLC

Agile Environment

C Programming

C# Programming

C++ Programming

Python Programming

Software Integration

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

Ph.D. in STEM

Tools

RS View

RS Logix 5000

FPGA Programming

Job description

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance may be available.

Clearance and Travel

No clearance required for start. 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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software‑secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi‑domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support you in expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

This position is based out of Waynesboro VA and will be 100% on‑site.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Design creative and flexible HW/SW solutions with a motivated team of experts
• Real Time, Pre and Post Processing Data Analytics
• UI/UX Design
• Instrument Drivers and Utilities
• Process Automation
• Firmware Design for simulation and control
• SW/HW integration
• Requirements verification
• Actively support the investigation, resolution and documentation of product anomalies
• Understand Design to Cost

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of experience, master’s degree with 10 years of experience or Ph.D. with 8 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance.
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
• Experience with SDLC.
• Experience working in an Agile Environment.
• Experience with software languages C, C#, C++, Python.
• Experience with SW integration.
• Effective verbal and written communication.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline.
• Experience with hands‑on troubleshooting.
• Experience with PLC/HMI Software (e.g., RS View, RS Logix 5000).
• Experience with Hardware Driver Development.
• Experience with FPGA programming.