Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Embedded Software (Space/Satellite Systems)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

In this role you will design, develop, integrate, modify and maintain customized or standardized embedded mission systems for space vehicle applications using software engineering best practices and standards. You will participate in the full life-cycle of software development, to include requirements development, modeling and design, application development, unit to CSCI testing, integration, formal system testing, release, installation, and maintenance. This will be a fully on-site position.

Essential Functions:

• Work in an innovative environment, on significantly diverse assignments, and in collaborative team settings across all levels
• Participate in the full software development life cycle including requirements, design, implementation, qualification, and delivery of software products to our customers
• Architect and develop embedded mission systems software applications on a real time operating system

This position can be filled as a Principal (level 3) or a Sr Principal (level 4) depending on experience.

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related STEM field
• 5 years (level 3) or 8 years (level 4) of Software/Systems related experience with a high proficiency in technical problem solving to include decomposition, root cause analysis, solution development, implementation and monitoring 
• U.S. citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Experience in requirements analysis, modeling and simulation, verification and validation at subsystem and system level 
• Demonstrated experience in Embedded Software, Space Flight Software or Simulation Software. 
• Strong interest in space, national security, and related mission areas.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Active TS/SCI clearance 
• Experience in a technical leadership/management role 
• Demonstrated systems engineering excellence in requirements analysis, modeling and simulation, verification and validation at subsystem and system level or Demonstrated vehicle development, mission systems integration, ground and flight test validation experience 
• Experience in successfully developing and integrating software and hardware solutions for space applications 
• Experience in system and subsystem specification development including verification methodologies 
• Experience implementing action plans based on metrics and/or root cause/corrective actions 
• Master of Science in Engineering or other STEM discipline 
• Hands-on technical experience with spacecraft or satellite related systems 
• Proven experience working with technically diverse teams across multiple locations 
• Experience within Space Flight Software, Simulation Software 

Salary Range: $110,000.00 - $155,000.00Salary Range 2: $137,000.00 - $196,000.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.