RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Software Quality Engineer/ Principal ...
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Software Quality Engineer/ Principal ...
Our scientists and engineers tackle some of the world's hardest problems every day to pioneer ... • Embedded systems software development • Developing software for air vehicle systems • ...
Our scientists and engineers tackle some of the world's hardest problems every day to pioneer ... • Embedded systems software development • Developing software for air vehicle systems • ...
Staff Aeronautical Engineer (VMS & GNC)
Palmdale, CA · On-site
$17K/mo
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... embedded software development techniques • Produce and maintain engineering artifacts ...
Staff Aeronautical Engineer (VMS & GNC)
Palmdale, CA · On-site
$17K/mo
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... embedded software development techniques • Produce and maintain engineering artifacts ...
Staff Aeronautical Engineer (VMS & GNC)
$177K - $265K/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... proper embedded software development techniques Produce and maintain engineering artifacts ...
Staff Aeronautical Engineer (VMS & GNC)
$177K - $265K/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... proper embedded software development techniques Produce and maintain engineering artifacts ...
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Staff Engineer Softwareto leadtheFull Stack Software Discipline area. This key leadership role ...
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Staff Engineer Softwareto leadtheFull Stack Software Discipline area. This key leadership role ...
Sr Principal Aeronautical Engineer (VMS & GNC)
$142K - $213K/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... proper embedded software development techniques Produce and maintain engineering artifacts ...
Sr Principal Aeronautical Engineer (VMS & GNC)
$142K - $213K/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... proper embedded software development techniques Produce and maintain engineering artifacts ...
Sr Principal Aeronautical Engineer (VMS & GNC)
Palmdale, CA · On-site
$14/hr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... embedded software development techniques • Produce and maintain engineering artifacts ...
Sr Principal Aeronautical Engineer (VMS & GNC)
Palmdale, CA · On-site
$14/hr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... embedded software development techniques • Produce and maintain engineering artifacts ...
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 8 years of related engineering experience. Demonstrated ...
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 8 years of related engineering experience. Demonstrated ...
Electronics Engineer - Software Integration & Test
Palmdale, CA · On-site
$111K - $149K/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking to add an Electronics Engineer - Software ...
Electronics Engineer - Software Integration & Test
Palmdale, CA · On-site
$111K - $149K/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking to add an Electronics Engineer - Software ...
Electronics Engineer - Software Integration & Test
$111K - $149K/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking to add an Electronics Engineer - Software ...
Electronics Engineer - Software Integration & Test
$111K - $149K/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking to add an Electronics Engineer - Software ...
Sr. Principal Embedded Payload Electronics Engineer
$142K - $213K/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Troubleshoot hardware/software integration issues across RF front end, digital baseband, modem ...
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Sr. Principal Embedded Payload Electronics Engineer
$142K - $213K/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Troubleshoot hardware/software integration issues across RF front end, digital baseband, modem ...
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Linux Engineer
California City, CA · On-site
Bachelor's degree Computer Science or Electrical Engineering and 5-10 years of related software development engineering Experience with service processors or embedded firmware on Linux Experience ...
Linux Engineer
California City, CA · On-site
Bachelor's degree Computer Science or Electrical Engineering and 5-10 years of related software development engineering Experience with service processors or embedded firmware on Linux Experience ...
Linux Engineer
California City, CA · On-site
... related software development engineering • Experience with service processors or embedded firmware on Linux • Experience with ILOM or BMC management • Knowledge of languages relevant to the ...
Linux Engineer
California City, CA · On-site
... related software development engineering • Experience with service processors or embedded firmware on Linux • Experience with ILOM or BMC management • Knowledge of languages relevant to the ...
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is currently seeking a Software Engineering Manager 2 - DevOps ...
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is currently seeking a Software Engineering Manager 2 - DevOps ...
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Experience with developing software for safety critical embedded systems * Familiarity with ...
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Experience with developing software for safety critical embedded systems * Familiarity with ...
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Experience with developing software for safety critical embedded systems * Familiarity with ...
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes ... Experience with developing software for safety critical embedded systems * Familiarity with ...
Senior Security Engineer - Hypersonic Systems
Mojave, CA · On-site
$137K - $189K/yr
This role focuses on securing embedded systems, operational technology (OT), and telemetry ... Integrate security into test software development and mitigate supply chain risks in test tooling.
Senior Security Engineer - Hypersonic Systems
Mojave, CA · On-site
$137K - $189K/yr
This role focuses on securing embedded systems, operational technology (OT), and telemetry ... Integrate security into test software development and mitigate supply chain risks in test tooling.
Electrical Integration Engineer
Mojave, CA · On-site
$93K - $195K/yr
Relocation assistance may be available Benefits: 100% Paid Benefits and 401k Matching About Scaled ... Solving complicated problems with simple software/hardware solutions * Design, development ...
Electrical Integration Engineer
Mojave, CA · On-site
$93K - $195K/yr
Relocation assistance may be available Benefits: 100% Paid Benefits and 401k Matching About Scaled ... Solving complicated problems with simple software/hardware solutions * Design, development ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Mojave, CA · On-site
... software engineering and development, embedded systems engineering, systems engineering, systems integration and test, verification and validation, and/or system configuration management
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Lead Systems Engineer
Mojave, CA · On-site
... software engineering and development, embedded systems engineering, systems engineering, systems integration and test, verification and validation, and/or system configuration management
Advanced Systems Development Engineering Student
Edwards, CA · On-site
$22 - $25/hr
... and software engineering Will you join our world-class team. Employment Category: Full-Time ... embedded systems, avionics, integration, or instrumentation Familiarity with MATLAB, Python, C/C ...
Advanced Systems Development Engineering Student
Edwards, CA · On-site
$22 - $25/hr
... and software engineering Will you join our world-class team. Employment Category: Full-Time ... embedded systems, avionics, integration, or instrumentation Familiarity with MATLAB, Python, C/C ...
Embedded Software Engineer Relocation information
See Rosamond, CA salary details
$71.4K - $81.1K
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$81.1K - $90.7K
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$132.7K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$129.3K - $138.9K
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$138.9K - $148.6K
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$148.6K - $158.2K
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$158.2K - $167.9K
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How much do embedded software engineer relocation jobs pay per year?
What is an embedded software engineer?
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an embedded software engineer?
What is the difference between Embedded Software Engineer Relocation vs Embedded Software Developer?
| Aspect | Embedded Software Engineer Relocation | Embedded Software Developer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's or higher in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields; certifications like C, C++, or RTOS are common | Same as Embedded Software Engineer Relocation |
| Work Environment | Typically in manufacturing, automotive, or consumer electronics companies; involves relocation to different sites or regions | Similar environments; focus on developing and testing embedded systems |
| Industry Usage | Used across automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics, and industrial automation | Commonly used in the same industries for software development roles |
Both roles require similar technical skills and certifications, with the main difference being that Embedded Software Engineer Relocation emphasizes geographic mobility, often involving relocation to different company sites or regions. The core responsibilities and industry applications are largely overlapping, making them closely related roles in embedded systems development.
Are embedded software engineers in demand?
What are the common challenges faced by embedded software engineers when relocating for a new position?

Software Quality Engineer/ Prin Software Quality Engineer
Palmdale, CA • On-site
Full-time
Medical, Life, PTO
Posted 23 days ago
Northrop Grumman rating
8.2
Based on 360 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
87th of 536 rated manufacturers
Job description
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
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 Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Software Quality Engineer/ Principal Software Quality Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals located in Rancho Bernardo or Palmdale, CA.
Telecommute/remote is not an option for this position. This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80 bi-weekly work week for Rancho Bernardo, or a 4/10 work week for Palmdale, with an occasional expectation for limited off-Friday support.
The successful candidate will implement software quality standards across multiple programs. They will ensure that project and process control documentation is in accordance with contract requirement, program planning, and NG policies, processes, and procedures. They will review software design, code, unit test, integration, change specifications, and plans for contractual and/or process requirements. There will be limited opportunities to develop for internal software tools in support of the Software Quality team's statement of work.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Perform audits of software development processes to assure compliance in established policies, procedures, work instructions, and program specific plans
- Develop, modify, apply, and maintain quality evaluation plans to assist program activities for processing software and materials into partially finished or finished products
- Collaborate with program and engineering management on program quality planning and the establishment of program quality objectives
- Participate in contractual reviews and audits, program/IPT meetings, and configuration control board meetings
- Collaborate with software engineering and systems engineering functions to ensure quality standards are in place and followed
- Witness execution of software qualification and system acceptance tests to ensure tests are executed in accordance with approved test procedures, requirements are fully verified, and that all test procedure and software anomalies are documented and tracked to closure
- Support CMMI and AS9100 audit activities and audits quality systems for non-conformance identification and corrective action
- Evaluate and ensure software suppliers possess the capability and capacity necessary to execute and deliver procured software with unquestionable quality
- Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable quality standards, and that documentation is compliant with requirements
- Assists Software Engineering in collecting and reporting metrics
- Cross-trained in the hardware quality engineer positions in the department
Basic Qualifications for Software Quality Engineer
- Bachelor's Degree in computer science, software engineering, or other STEM-related field with 2 years OR Master's Degree in computer science, software engineering, or other STEM-related field with 2 years of relevant software development and integration work experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of Agile software development process
- Demonstrated knowledge of C, C++, Java, Python
- Demonstrated knowledge in the collection of software data and metrics for reporting
- Demonstrated knowledge in process and product evaluation
- Must hold a Top-Secret clearance and ability to obtain program access
Basic Qualifications for Principal Software Quality Engineer
- Bachelor's Degree in computer science, software engineering, or other STEM-related field with 5 years OR Master's Degree in computer science, software engineering, or other STEM-related field with 5 years of relevant software development and integration work experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of software development processes including Agile, Waterfall, and Spiral Development processes
- Demonstrated knowledge of C, C++, Java, Python
- Demonstrated experience in process monitoring, data collection, analysis, and metric reporting
- Demonstrated experience in process and product evaluation
- Must hold a Top-Secret clearance and ability to obtain program access
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a Software Engineering environment in an engineering capacity, work plan review, manufacturing readiness review, and root cause/corrective action analysis
- Familiarity with the Atlassian tool suite with add-ons like Git and Confluence
- Certified in lean and six-sigma quality engineering methodologies
- Ability to work independently with all levels of management to identify solutions to complex problems
- Experience with software code review and open to learning different software tools
Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00
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. 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.
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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.
Industry
Space research administration
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Falls Church, VA, US
Year founded
1939