Northrop Grumman
Embedded Software / Firmware Engineer Level 7 (AHT) - R10212185-3
Northrop Grumman, Chandler, Arizona, United States, 85249
Embedded Software / Firmware Engineer Level 7 (AHT) - R10212185-3
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Embedded Software / Firmware Engineer Level 7 (AHT) - R10212185-3
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Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future.
Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems
is looking for an
Embedded Software / Firmware Engineer Level 7
with
Anti‑Tamper Solution Experience
to work with our
Advanced Weapons
team. An active Secret clearance is required to start this role.
Responsibilities
Provide analysis, development, implementation, and security assessments of embedded systems to ensure compliance with NIST SP 800‑53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF guidance
Analyze customer concept of operations, employment and cybersecurity/anti‑tamper requirements to propose, design, develop, and implement security/protection controls
Define system architectures that are resistant to tampering and cyber‑attacks
Support system requirements development by following standard processes for assessing, implementing, and verifying security requirements
Interface with inter‑organizational management and external customers to communicate technical briefings and program status
Participate in the development of training plans to grow the team
Basic Qualifications
B.S. degree in an engineering/computer science discipline and a minimum of 16 years of related experience, or equivalent M.S./Ph.D. with corresponding experience
Minimum of 10 years’ experience designing, developing and implementing FPGA solutions as a Security Controller for embedded weapons systems
Demonstrated expertise with firmware and software requirements derivation for security applications
Proficiency in designing and implementing firmware (VHDL or Verilog) and software (C, C++) for security applications
Experience with Xilinx, MicroSemi, and Intel FPGA families
Knowledge of current cryptographic algorithms used for encryption/decryption, digital signatures, and hashes
Understanding of cryptographic vulnerabilities
Familiarity with US‑Only and FMS efforts
Strong technical problem‑solving and root‑cause corrective action skills
Previous experience directing and managing an engineering team in security solution development, integration, test, and verification
Knowledgeable about the AT customer community
Experience briefing complex technical, cost, and schedule to the DoD customer
Demonstrated capability to grow junior talent
U.S. citizenship and an active Secret DoD clearance, with ability to obtain higher SAP clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering
Experience compiling software assurance activities per DASD (SE) PPP Outline
Experience writing Verification & Validation Test Plans and procedures
Participation in V&V events with ATET
Experience working in SAP areas
Salary Range (2024) Primary Level Salary Range: $196,600.00 – $341,500.00 (location based). Base salary is determined by responsibilities, experience, and market conditions.
Benefits Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and long‑term incentive plans. Northrop Grumman provides health insurance, life & disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays, PTO, and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For the complete EEO and pay transparency statement, visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance.
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Embedded Software / Firmware Engineer Level 7 (AHT) - R10212185-3
role at
Northrop Grumman
Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future.
Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems
is looking for an
Embedded Software / Firmware Engineer Level 7
with
Anti‑Tamper Solution Experience
to work with our
Advanced Weapons
team. An active Secret clearance is required to start this role.
Responsibilities
Provide analysis, development, implementation, and security assessments of embedded systems to ensure compliance with NIST SP 800‑53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF guidance
Analyze customer concept of operations, employment and cybersecurity/anti‑tamper requirements to propose, design, develop, and implement security/protection controls
Define system architectures that are resistant to tampering and cyber‑attacks
Support system requirements development by following standard processes for assessing, implementing, and verifying security requirements
Interface with inter‑organizational management and external customers to communicate technical briefings and program status
Participate in the development of training plans to grow the team
Basic Qualifications
B.S. degree in an engineering/computer science discipline and a minimum of 16 years of related experience, or equivalent M.S./Ph.D. with corresponding experience
Minimum of 10 years’ experience designing, developing and implementing FPGA solutions as a Security Controller for embedded weapons systems
Demonstrated expertise with firmware and software requirements derivation for security applications
Proficiency in designing and implementing firmware (VHDL or Verilog) and software (C, C++) for security applications
Experience with Xilinx, MicroSemi, and Intel FPGA families
Knowledge of current cryptographic algorithms used for encryption/decryption, digital signatures, and hashes
Understanding of cryptographic vulnerabilities
Familiarity with US‑Only and FMS efforts
Strong technical problem‑solving and root‑cause corrective action skills
Previous experience directing and managing an engineering team in security solution development, integration, test, and verification
Knowledgeable about the AT customer community
Experience briefing complex technical, cost, and schedule to the DoD customer
Demonstrated capability to grow junior talent
U.S. citizenship and an active Secret DoD clearance, with ability to obtain higher SAP clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering
Experience compiling software assurance activities per DASD (SE) PPP Outline
Experience writing Verification & Validation Test Plans and procedures
Participation in V&V events with ATET
Experience working in SAP areas
Salary Range (2024) Primary Level Salary Range: $196,600.00 – $341,500.00 (location based). Base salary is determined by responsibilities, experience, and market conditions.
Benefits Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and long‑term incentive plans. Northrop Grumman provides health insurance, life & disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays, PTO, and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For the complete EEO and pay transparency statement, visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance.
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