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Embedded Software Engineer (San Diego)

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About Northrop Grumman

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 and 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. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work. We have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history; they are making history.

About the Role

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join our team on-site in San Diego, CA. This role is designed for a self-starter who thrives in an Integrated Product Team construct. You will operate in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, collaborating across all levels to develop software for flight and mission-critical systems.

You will participate in the full software development life cycle, from requirements and design to qualification and delivery. Working within Agile Scrum teams, you will design, develop, integrate, and test software products for multiple baselines. This position requires close collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, including Systems Engineering, Cloud & Application, Test Automation, DevSecOps, and Systems Test, to resolve complex problems and ensure system capabilities meet program intent.

Important Note: This opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time on-site; no remote, hybrid, or telework options are available for this position. Travel of up to 25% may be required.

Hiring Process & Application

The application period for this job is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, though this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and candidate availability. Please note that start dates are finalized only after funding confirmation.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance.

For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit our official website. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our mission.

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Skills, education and keywords

Skills: C, Python, Agile Scrum, Embedded System Programming, Software Integration, Software Testing, Docker Containers, Rhel 8.10, 1553.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in STEM discipline with 2 years experience OR Master's in STEM with 0 years; Master's Degree in STEM discipline with 0 years experience.

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In this Embedded Software Engineer (San Diego) at Northrop Grumman role, you will participate in the full software development life cycle including requirements, design, implementation, qualification, and delivery; design, architect, develop, and administer embedded and real-time systems for flight and mission critical applications; work in agile scrum teams to develop software products for multiple software baselines; and analyze system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, and input data acquisition.
What are the requirements for this Embedded Software Engineer (San Diego) role?expand_more
To qualify for the Embedded Software Engineer (San Diego) at Northrop Grumman position, applicants should have: Bachelor's in STEM with 2 years experience OR Master's in STEM; C, C++, and/or Python programming experience; Agile SW development and embedded system programming; Active DoD Top Secret clearance; Ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) access; and U.S. Citizenship required.
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Big Bully Turf, 350, Front Street, Banker's Hill, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92101, United States

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Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleParticipate in the full software development life cycle including requirements, design, implementation, qualification, and delivery
  • check_circleDesign, architect, develop, and administer embedded and real-time systems for flight and mission critical applications
  • check_circleWork in Agile Scrum teams to develop software products for multiple software baselines
  • check_circleAnalyze system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, and input data acquisition
  • check_circleIdentify and debug performance or timing issues on the target system
  • check_circleDesign, develop, integrate, and test software for end-user customers and businesses
  • check_circleCollaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including Systems Engineering, Cloud, Test Automation, and DevSecOps

Requirements

  • verifiedBachelor's in STEM with 2 years experience OR Master's in STEM
  • verifiedC, C++, and/or Python programming experience
  • verifiedAgile SW development and embedded system programming
  • verifiedActive DoD Top Secret clearance
  • verifiedAbility to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) access
  • verifiedU.S. Citizenship required

Nice to Have

Able to identify or debug performance or timing issues on the target. Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) clearance. Active DoD Top Secret SCI clearance (with a background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). Recent experience and proficiency in software architecture, design, implementation, integration, and debugging C++ software. Experience with developing multi-threaded software for real-time applications such as flight critical, safety critical, medical, or mission critical software. Familiarity with at least two of the following data interfaces: 1553, 422, 429, Serial, Discrete, Ethernet/IP, or Fiber Channel. Recent experience and proficiency in software architecture, design, implementation, integration, Docker Containers, and RHEL 8.10 or later. Ability to identify moderate execution defects by only reading code. Understanding of how embedded software components fit into a larger software system or architecture. Ability to document, capture, and present software architectural components in modeling or diagramming tools. Strong understanding of software hardware interfaces and their location within the architecture.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleRelocation assistance may be availablecheck_circleHealth insurance coveragecheck_circleLife and disability insurancecheck_circleSavings plancheck_circleCompany paid holidayscheck_circlePaid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal businesscheck_circleEligibility for overtime paycheck_circleEligibility for shift differential paycheck_circleDiscretionary bonus eligibilitycheck_circleAnnual bonuses based on individual contributions and company results
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CPythonAgile ScrumEmbedded System ProgrammingSoftware IntegrationSoftware Testing
Embedded Software Engineer (San Diego) at Northrop Grumman is based in Big Bully Turf, 350, Front Street, Banker's Hill, San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92101, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Northrop Grumman has listed this Embedded Software Engineer (San Diego) role as on-site.
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Embedded Software Engineer (San Diego) at Northrop Grumman typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Embedded Software Engineer (San Diego) at Northrop Grumman include C; Python; Agile Scrum; Embedded System Programming; Software Integration; Software Testing; Docker Containers; and Rhel 8.10.
What education is required for Embedded Software Engineer (San Diego) at Northrop Grumman?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's Degree in STEM discipline with 2 years experience OR Master's in STEM with 0 years; and Master's Degree in STEM discipline with 0 years experience.
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