Virtual Simulation Software Engineer/ Principal Virtual Simulation Software Engineer

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 79,300 - 118,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible 9/80 work schedule

Overtime pay

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Virtual Simulation Software Engineer to develop pilot-in-the-loop simulation software for tactical aircraft in Melbourne, FL. The role requires expertise in C++ and the ability to maintain a Top Secret clearance, involving approximately 10% travel.

This position offers a flexible 9/80 work schedule, along with various benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, and more. Candidates will collaborate closely with domain experts to enhance simulation capabilities.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience for Software Engineer or 5 years for Principal Software Engineer.
• Experience in real-time simulation/software development.
• Active US Government Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement real‑time simulation software.
• Partner with domain SMEs for model integration.
• Support the design of visualization models.

Skills

C++

C#

Java

Real-time simulation

Software development

Education

Bachelor of Science in a STEM discipline

Master of Science in a STEM discipline

PhD in a STEM discipline

Job description

Overview

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Virtual Simulation Software Engineer to join its Systems Engineering organization in Melbourne, FL. This role focuses on developing pilot‑in‑the‑loop simulation software for tactical aircraft and weapons systems, enabling realistic training and evaluation for our warfighter customers.

Relocation assistance may be available. A Top Secret clearance is required for the start of the position, and the role involves about 10% travel.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement real‑time, pilot‑in‑the‑loop simulation software that enables requirements validation and mission‑level evaluation of next‑generation tactical aircraft.
• Create or adapt simulation frameworks and modules (e.g., airframe, kinematics, sensors, weapons, C2, threat models).
• Partner with domain SMEs to translate aircraft/weapon physics into high‑fidelity, real‑time models and integrate them into the overall simulation.
• Model operational environments and perform trade studies via computer simulation, producing recommendations for system architectures and configurations.
• Support the design and development of visualization models and databases for integration with a high‑fidelity simulation environment.

Basic Qualifications

• Software Engineer: Bachelor of Science in a STEM discipline and 2 years of experience OR Master of Science in a STEM discipline.
• Principal Software Engineer: Bachelor of Science in a STEM discipline and 5 years of experience OR Master of Science in a STEM discipline and 3 years of experience OR PhD in a STEM discipline with 1 year of experience.
• Experience in computer/engineering software development using C++ (preferred), C#, Java, or other object‑oriented languages.
• Active US Government Top Secret clearance with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled in Continuous Evaluation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program clearance within a reasonable timeframe.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with real‑time simulation/software development.
• Hardware/software integration experience, especially integrating aircraft hardware into a lab/simulation environment.
• Ability to translate physics/mathematics models into real‑time simulation algorithms.
• Understanding of tactical aircraft aero‑performance, sensors, weapons, and communications systems.
• Understanding of integrated air defense systems and capabilities.
• Experience with operational command and control systems and software.
• Experience working in a rapid prototyping environment.
• Experience performing weapon system level design, integration, and/or test & evaluation.

Salary

Primary Level: $79,300.00 – $118,900.00
Secondary Level: $98,400.00 – $147,600.00

Benefits

Flexible 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off. Overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off for vacation and personal business.

EEO Statement

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, see https://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.