Sr Principal Software Engineer

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 has an opening for a Principal Software Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.   This requisition may be filled at the Principal Software Engineer or Sr. Principal Software Engineer level.  This position will be located in Melbourne, Florida.

Job Description
Essential Functions:

The software engineer will develop, modify and maintain customized or standardized tests for embedded Mission Systems applications and/or Air Vehicle operational flight programs using software engineering best practices and standards, and 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. In particular, this role will support the Flight Software team for Flight Systems.

Benefits:

In addition to a full benefits package with 401k match, PTO, etc. we offer flexible work arrangements, incredible learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, within a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!

Basic Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 9-years of experience in software engineering OR a Master’s degree in a (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 7-years of experience in software engineering OR a PhD degree in a (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 4-years of experience in software engineering.

* Experience developing software/writing code in Python or C++

* At minimum an active DoD Secret level clearance is required to apply, with the ability to obtain (and maintain) special program access (PAR) before starting on Day 1 Program Access

* 3+ year experience with software requirements testing via python scripting or 3+ years experience developing software with Java and/or Python

* Experience integrating and debugging software on target hardware

* Knowledge of Linux systems and basic commands

* Familiarity with Program Test infrastructure code

Preferred Qualifications:

* Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

* Experience developing software for safety critical embedded system – Target hardware

* Experience working within an Agile environment

* Experience working with Atlassian Tool Suite:  JIRA, Bitbucket, Confluence, Bamboo

* Familiarity with software development tools such as Git, CMake, and Eclipse

* Experience of 3-4 years with VXWORKS Knowledge of Linux systems and basic commands

* Familiarity with software requirements tools such as DOORS 

* Detailed knowledge of Program Test infrastructure

Salary Range: $108,600 USD - $163,000 USD

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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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 most positions.