CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10 of the TimeDescription

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to 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, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, theyre making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Software Development Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located onsite in Melbourne, Florida.

The Aeronautics Systems sector Research & Advanced Design (R&AD) is looking to grow our team in support of designing and implementing technologies critical to the USAF Open Architecture initiatives. Our work influences the investment decisions of our senior leadership and customer program offices as well as impacting the Air Force enterprise of acquisition programs.

Accomplish

You will work with the Chief Architect and Systems Engineering lead to design architecture solutions supporting USAF Open Architecture development. You should have experience in developing software on an agile focused team and be knowledgeable of the software development lifecycle and be able to work independently.

We are looking for innovative thinkers who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable with multi-tasking, prioritizing tasks, giving verbal presentations, and self-educating without direct supervision.

You must have a firm understanding of traditional systems engineering concepts and methodologies and must be able to apply and adjust these concepts and methodologies to an accelerated process in the early stages of the engineering design. You must be familiar with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), be able to work within an agile environment, and be an “out of the box” thinker.

Essential Functions:

• Participate in software development and integration in support of Research and Advanced Design programs

• Design, develop, and document software for mission planning solutions

• Collaborate with the Chief Architect and Lead Systems Engineer to build and test tools, services, and protocol bridges

• Generate and present material to support internal and external customer briefings

Succeed

The individual we seek will be self-motivated, proactive, goal-oriented to help us grow our services, become even better at what we do and will possess the following qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 3 years of relevant experience

• Experience developing software with C/C++/Python/Java/Rust

• Experience with USAF Open Architecture development (UCI, OMS, etc.)

• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)

• An active DoD Secret Clearance for consideration and the ability to obtain and maintain DoD Top Secret Clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret clearance

• Active SAP

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science

• Experience integrating and debugging software on hardware

• Experience working within an Agile environment

• Experience with AFSIM simulation and modeling

• Familiarity with software development tools such as Git, CMake, and Eclipse, Visual Studio Code

• Proficiency working in Linux and commands

• Preference to work in software/hardware integration and rapid prototyping

• Ability to collaborate in a team environment

• Ability to work independently and identify solutions to complex problems

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Thrive with Us

At Northrop Grumman we are invested in the growth and well-being off all our employees. We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.

Our Total Rewards Program offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

If you are ready to join us in defining possible, apply now. 

Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet conditions.

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.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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