Northrop Grumman
Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Embedded Software - TS/SCI Clearance (Space/Sate
Northrop Grumman, Dulles, Virginia, United States
Overview
Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Embedded Software - TS/SCI Clearance (Space/Satellite Systems) Location: United States-Virginia-Dulles | Time type: Full time | Posted: 3 Days Ago | Requisition id: R10209374 Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance type: TS; Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time. This position will require a TS/SCI clearance and work primarily in a SCIF environment. At Northrop Grumman, our employees have opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today and for generations to come. We value bold ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to invent the future, and we are committed to cognitive diversity and inclusion. We have an opening for an Embedded Software Engineer in the Space Systems organization, developing space flight software platforms for NSS space programs. The role is located in Dulles, VA. In this role you will: Develop embedded software models and software card interfaces, including digital, analog, serial, and SpaceWire. Interface with hardware engineers in the design, build, and test of the simulation platforms. Work with program engineers to integrate components and flight software with the simulation platform. Be involved in the hardware definition and software design, development, debug and integration on simulation platforms. Prepare design documentation, analysis, test results and presentation materials for internal and external customers. Collaborate with software developers and other engineers to diagnose and identify root causes of problems found during software installation, integration, acceptance tests, and operational events. Operate in an innovative environment across diverse assignments and collaborative team settings at all levels. This position can be filled as a Principal (level 3) or Sr Principal (level 4) depending on experience and qualifications. Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer/Software Engineering or related STEM field Minimum of 5 years (level 3) or 8 years (level 4) of relevant experience Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI at time of application Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR) U.S. citizen Diverse programming experience: C/C++, Python, Windows/Linux scripting Excellent communication skills and ability to work in small teams Ability to debug hardware and software Experience with software revision control tools such as Subversion and Git Ability to clearly document technical and programmatic status to management Preferred Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance System knowledge in Spacecraft Command & Control, Mission Planning, Space Situational Awareness and Visualization Familiarity with static code analysis tools such as Coverity, SonarQube, and Fortify Hardware interfacing, integration and test and controls experience Understanding of embedded system tools, real-time operating systems and avionics integration and test practices Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to interface with all levels of employees and management Proficiency in software development using C/C++, Python, Windows/Linux scripting Experience developing software in a Linux OS environment Experience with National Instruments data acquisition cards Experience with Digital, Analog, RS-422 synchronous serial and UART, SpaceWire interfaces Experience with time-triggered Ethernet Experience with networking Salary ranges:
Primary Level: $110,000 - $155,000; Secondary Level: $137,000 - $196,000. These ranges are guidelines and may vary based on scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, and market conditions. Other compensation may include overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and long-term incentives where applicable. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we consider all qualified applicants 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 roles with government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Embedded Software - TS/SCI Clearance (Space/Satellite Systems) Location: United States-Virginia-Dulles | Time type: Full time | Posted: 3 Days Ago | Requisition id: R10209374 Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance type: TS; Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time. This position will require a TS/SCI clearance and work primarily in a SCIF environment. At Northrop Grumman, our employees have opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today and for generations to come. We value bold ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to invent the future, and we are committed to cognitive diversity and inclusion. We have an opening for an Embedded Software Engineer in the Space Systems organization, developing space flight software platforms for NSS space programs. The role is located in Dulles, VA. In this role you will: Develop embedded software models and software card interfaces, including digital, analog, serial, and SpaceWire. Interface with hardware engineers in the design, build, and test of the simulation platforms. Work with program engineers to integrate components and flight software with the simulation platform. Be involved in the hardware definition and software design, development, debug and integration on simulation platforms. Prepare design documentation, analysis, test results and presentation materials for internal and external customers. Collaborate with software developers and other engineers to diagnose and identify root causes of problems found during software installation, integration, acceptance tests, and operational events. Operate in an innovative environment across diverse assignments and collaborative team settings at all levels. This position can be filled as a Principal (level 3) or Sr Principal (level 4) depending on experience and qualifications. Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer/Software Engineering or related STEM field Minimum of 5 years (level 3) or 8 years (level 4) of relevant experience Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI at time of application Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR) U.S. citizen Diverse programming experience: C/C++, Python, Windows/Linux scripting Excellent communication skills and ability to work in small teams Ability to debug hardware and software Experience with software revision control tools such as Subversion and Git Ability to clearly document technical and programmatic status to management Preferred Qualifications
Active TS/SCI clearance System knowledge in Spacecraft Command & Control, Mission Planning, Space Situational Awareness and Visualization Familiarity with static code analysis tools such as Coverity, SonarQube, and Fortify Hardware interfacing, integration and test and controls experience Understanding of embedded system tools, real-time operating systems and avionics integration and test practices Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to interface with all levels of employees and management Proficiency in software development using C/C++, Python, Windows/Linux scripting Experience developing software in a Linux OS environment Experience with National Instruments data acquisition cards Experience with Digital, Analog, RS-422 synchronous serial and UART, SpaceWire interfaces Experience with time-triggered Ethernet Experience with networking Salary ranges:
Primary Level: $110,000 - $155,000; Secondary Level: $137,000 - $196,000. These ranges are guidelines and may vary based on scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, and market conditions. Other compensation may include overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and long-term incentives where applicable. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we consider all qualified applicants 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 roles with government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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