Embedded Software Engineers - Level 3/4 (Secret) - Chandler (AHT)

Employer description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: NoDescription

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.

Do you want to work at an international company with endless opportunities for growth and advancement?  Are you eager to join a trust-based, globally-connected team, where your contributions will define what’s possible?

We are looking for team members who want to solve interesting, complex problems, which protect our nation. Your talents and passion are most important to us. If you don’t know a language, program, or platform, we will teach you!  Become a part of our enthusiastic teams where we have fun working together and take pride in our contributions to the nation’s safety.

We are recruiting for engineers with a background in Embedded Software Engineering to support our team in Chandler, AZ. Due to the nature of this work, this position will be 100% on-site.

Key Skills and Responsibilities include: 

Object Oriented (OO) Software development experience in C/C++ in a Linux environmentEmbedded real-time software development, debug and testReal time operating systems (RTOS) environments including VxWorks, Integrity, LynxOS, Yocto Linux, or other equivalent RTOSFull software development lifecycleExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProblem solving and troubleshooting skills
In these roles, you will be developing systems for a variety of advanced missile defense spacecraft and interceptors using current technologies and others yet to come! We are seeking team members who have a thirst for knowledge, approach each day with optimism, and have a relentless drive to solve complex problems. Creativity and innovation are imperative for this role, as our work at Northrop Grumman often involves pushing the boundaries of technology to develop the next generation of missile defense solutions; achieving what seems impossible… until it’s not.

 What does success look like?

As a successful employee, you will:

Be an active and integral member of your teamChannel your enthusiasm to innovateBe part of a supportive team that develops and deploys technologies that matter to our national securityWork with agility, flexibility, and collaboration to explore creative ideas
Position can be filled at a Level 3 or Level 4.

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience, or Master’s degree with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year (Level 3) Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.Requires an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
Basic Qualifications for Level 4:

Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience, or Master’s degree with 6 years,  or PhD with 4 years (Level 4) Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.Requires an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
Preferred Qualifications:  

Master’s or PhD in a relevant engineering disciplineTop Secret clearanceDirectly related Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) experience
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This requisition is eligible for ERAP in accordance with the Space ERAP criteria - Space

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Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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.