
Embedded Software Engineer - Level 4 - Space AHT
Required skills
- Secret security clearance
- Git
- Bitbucket
- DevOps
- Atlassian Tool Suite
- Python
- MATLAB
- C++
- ADA
- JAVA
Nice to have
- Missile defense programs
- GWS
- root cause analysis
- forensic software analysis
- Security+
Role summary
Northrop Grumman is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer (Level 4) to join their team in Huntsville, AL, supporting the Ground Weapons System (GWS) program for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). This individual contributor role requires a STEM B.S. degree with 8 years of relevant experience (or MS with 6, PhD with 4). Key requirements include a Secret security clearance, experience with Atlassian tools, Git, Bitbucket, DevOps environments, debugging complex systems, and proficiency in C++ (must-have), Python, MATLAB, ADA, or JAVA. Experience with Object Oriented Design and SOLID principles is also necessary. The role involves developing modeling and simulation software and decomposing technical problems. Preferred qualifications include experience with missile defense programs and root cause analysis.
Description
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, 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, they're making history.Description
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, 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, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career opportunity for Embedded Software Engineers to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be in Huntsville, AL.
Position Overview:
The selected Engineer will support the Ground Weapons System (GWS) program as an individual contributor responsible for providing technical contributions and guidance to software products that directly support the design and development of the GWS capability on behalf of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA).
This requisition may be filled at multiple grade levels based on qualifications (All levels).
Basic Qualifications:
- STEM B.S. Degree (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university with 8 years of relevant experience; M.S. with 6 years of relevant experience or PhD with 4 years of experience.
- Applicants must have a current active in-scope US Government issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
- Experience with the Atlassian tool suite and software version control tools such as Git and Bitbucket
- Experience working in a DevOps environment
- The ability to neutrally assess and decompose open-ended technical problems into action plans with defined success criteria
- Experience developing modeling and simulation software or debugging complex software systems
- Experience with languages such as Python, MATLAB, C++, ADA, or JAVA (C++ experience is a must)
- Experience working with Object Oriented Design, SOLID design principles, or software design patterns
- Must be able to support an in-person / closed-area work environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting missile defense programs such as GWS
- Experience performing root cause analysis (on software systems) or forensic software analysis
- Active Security+ certification
This requisition is eligible for ERAP in accordance with the Space ERAP criteria - Space Employee Referral Award Program (ERAP)
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Primary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00The 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 candidate's experience, education, skills and current market 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.Sample Northrop Grumman interview questions
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Can you discuss the role of reusability and scalability in UVM's verification approach?
technicalmedium - 2
Can you detail the function of a register table within embedded system design?
technicalmedium - 3
Could you outline how virtual memory is implemented in embedded systems and its advantages?
system designmedium - 4
Can you discuss the role and functionality of a watchdog timer?
system designmedium - 5
What is your understanding of polymorphism in SystemVerilog?
technicalmedium
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