Staff Software Engineer (Space Systems)

Staff 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.

The Multi-Domain Operations Division within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team 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. Come be a part of our mission!

We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join our Next Generation Polar Ground (NGP) team. In this role, you will perform software development tasks that focus on full software life cycle (requirement, design, code, test, integration). This position is located onsite in either Redondo Beach or Azusa, CA.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with 12 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 10 years of relevant experience; PhD with 8 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Active DoD Secret clearance (or higher) required at the time of application
• Experience with full software life cycle (requirement, design, code, test, integration), SW builds, programming standards and practices
• Technical experience with the ability to investigate complex scenarios probing into software and data sets driving the process to a resolution
• Ability to interface with multifaceted teams, interpreting and troubleshooting issues
• Proficiency in languages: C/C++, Python, XML, JSON, JavaScript
• Familiarity with OS: Red Hat Linux

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise level of Red Hat Linux and Database environments
• Familiarity with SIMICS and VxWorks 7.0
• Languages: Java, SQL, PL/SQL
• Database: MySQL, Microsoft SQL, Oracle, NoSQL (non-relational database)
• Understanding of Integration and Test rhythm and workflow
• Embedded systems software development, integration, and test experience
• Agile practices and Atlassian suite (Confluence, Jira, Kanban, Bamboo, BitBucket) experience

Primary Level Salary Range: $171,000.00 - $256,400.00 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.

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.