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Staff Embedded Software Engineer

San Diego, CA • On-site

Northrop Grumman Corporation
Space Research Administration • 10K+ employees
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$177K - $265K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.

Job Description

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our organization is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter.

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. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Staff Embedded Engineer Software based out of San Diego, CA.

What You'll Get to Do:

In this role you will design, develop, integrate and test software for our end-user customers and businesses, primarily focused on cryptographic software code bases. Specifically, you will be responsible for the design, architecture, development, and administration of embedded and real time systems. You will work with multi-disciplinary teams, such as with Systems Engineering, Cloud & Application, Test Automation, DevSecOps and Systems Test, in an Agile software development environment. You will analyze system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls.

This position is contingent upon Program Award, Clearance and Customer Approval

Staff Engineer Embedded Software Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or another STEM discipline with 12 years of related experience, or Master's degree with 10 years or a PhD with 8 years of experience

  • Experience with Crypto Systems or Rust

  • Proficient in C/C++

  • Proficient in Object Oriented programming

  • Proficient in all areas of the formal software lifecycle process from requirements to testing

  • Experience integrating low-level firmware and software in complex real-time multi-threaded embedded applications

  • Experience with RTOSdesigns and implementing secure software for embedded systems

  • Experience with ARM architectures and peripherals

  • Experience using Jira/Bitbucket/Git and the Agile software development process

  • Must currently hold a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Xilinx platforms (Zynq, Ultrascale+, and VERSAL)

  • Familiarity with Xilinx tools (Vitis, Vivado)

  • Experience with Yocto/Petalinx

  • Familiarity with HAIPE, OTNK, and/or IKE

  • Familiarity with latest NSA Security Standards

  • Experience with Communication Protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, Ethernet)

  • Experience with TCP/IP and common network configurations

  • Experience implementing cryptographic mechanisms using dedicated software libraries

  • Familiarity with Linux kernel driver development/modifications

  • Familiarity with assembly language

  • Familiarity with bare metal embedded device drivers

  • Familiarity with PowerPC architectures and peripherals

  • Familiarity with VHDL/Verilog/FPGA

  • Familiarity with IBM tools (Rhapsody, DOORS, Clearcase)

  • Familiarity with Green Hills AdaMulti

  • Familiarity with Static Analysis and Unit Testing

  • Current active Top Secret Clearance

  • Current active SAP clearance

  • Currently engaged in Networked Information Solutions program portfolio(s)

Primary Level Salary Range: $177,000.00 - $265,600.00The 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.

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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

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