Software Engineer - Level 4 (US)

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible.

About the role

Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU), has an exciting career opportunity for a Sr. Principal Software Engineer to join our team located in Huntsville, AL. The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.

Relocation assistance may be available. A current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD issued Secret security clearance is required to start. Travel is required, up to 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Develop real-time embedded software in C++
• Perform HW/SW integration
• Develop software in a RHEL environment
• Apply Atlassian and Agile software development practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience, or a Master's STEM Degree and 6 years of related experience, or 4 years of experience with a PhD
• Extensive experience developing real-time embedded software in C++
• Experience with HW/SW integration
• Ability and willingness to travel 10% to support business needs
• Current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD issued Secret security clearance at the time of application (required to start)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering or related field
• Missile Defense domain knowledge
• Experience using LabView
• Security+ Certification
• A current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance

Skills

• Code review
• Debugging and problem-solving
• Software testing
• C/C++ or similar languages
• Software development

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00. 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 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.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business