Embedded Software Engineer or Principal Embedded Software Engineer
Requisition ID: R10186921
Category: Engineering
Location: Annapolis, Maryland, United States of America
Clearance Type: Secret
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
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 yours of 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.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector (NGMS) Software Department at Northrop Grumman Oceanic is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer or Principal Embedded Software Engineer.
What You’ll get to Do:
The Embedded Software Engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing software solutions for a broad range of embedded applications. The selected engineer will support varied product lines including AI image processing exploitation, digital signal processing, autonomous vehicle software, command and control, Man-Machine Interfaces, sensor/SONAR systems and simulation/stimulation.
Underseas projects use a variety of state-of-the-art software tools, including Yockto Project or similar full-system embedded Linux build tools, Qt, Jenkins, Docker, Java, javascript, web app and network programming tools.
Roles & Responsibilities:
· Development of software functional components, algorithms, device controllers, and graphical user interfaces
· Develop prototypes, demonstrations and proposals
· Work in a collaborative Agile software development team environment with continuous integration and test frameworks
· Assignments may involve any or all of the phases of software development requirements analysis, design, coding, unit testing, integration, acceptance testing and customer support
· Assignments may involve leading small development teams and mentoring junior engineers.
Basic Qualifications for Embedded Software Engineer:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 2 years of software engineering experience (0 years for MS degree)
- US Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance
- Experience in software development using C++ and Python
- Strong Linux experience
Basic Qualifications for Principal Embedded Software Engineer:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or other STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 5 years of software engineering experience (3 years for MS degree, 1 years for PhD)
- US Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance
- Experience in software development using C++ and Python
- Strong Linux experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- OpenGL 3D graphics experience
- Working knowledge of Apache Kafka
- QT for GUI development
- Github experience
- Gitlab experience
- MS degree in STEM discipline
- Embedded software system development
- Experience with sonar or other digital signal processing systems and applications
This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.
What We Can Offer You Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
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.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.
What's great about
Northrop Grumman
- Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.
- Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future.
- Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off.
Did you know?
Northrop Grumman leads the industry team for NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the largest, most complex and powerful space telescope ever built. Launched in December 2021, the telescope incorporates innovative design, advanced technology, and groundbreaking engineering, and will fundamentally alter our understanding of the universe.