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Principal Engineer Software - Embedded

A pioneering aerospace and defense company that develops advanced technology systems.
$110,300 - $165,500
Embedded
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Aerospace · Defense

Description For Principal Engineer Software - Embedded

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Engineer Software specializing in Embedded Systems to join their team in San Diego, CA. This role involves designing, developing, and testing embedded software for flight and mission-critical systems. The position requires working with real-time operating systems and various data interfaces in an Agile environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in embedded software development, strong technical leadership abilities, and hold an active Top Secret clearance.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on revolutionary systems at one of the world's leading aerospace and defense companies. You'll be part of a team developing cutting-edge technology while collaborating with experts across multiple disciplines. The position involves working with flight-critical software and real-time applications, requiring both technical expertise and leadership skills.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $110,300 to $165,500, with additional benefits including health insurance, life insurance, 401k, and annual bonuses. The role requires 25% travel and offers relocation assistance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced embedded software engineer looking to work on pioneering projects that impact national security and aerospace advancement.

Working at Northrop Grumman means joining a team of 90,000+ employees who push the boundaries of science, technology, and engineering. The company's rich history includes achievements from the first transatlantic flight to moon landings, making it an ideal place for those who want to be part of creating future technological breakthroughs.

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Responsibilities For Principal Engineer Software - Embedded

  • Design, develop, integrate and test embedded software
  • Work with multi-disciplinary teams in Agile environment
  • Analyze system capabilities and resolve problems
  • Participate in full software development lifecycle
  • Operate in embedded technology development environment
  • Work with real time operating systems for flight and mission critical systems
  • Travel 25% of the time

Requirements For Principal Engineer Software - Embedded

Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM with 5 years experience, or Master's with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year
  • Experience with full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Experience with real-time applications development
  • Experience with tools like Jira, Crucible, Bitbucket, Subversion, Gitlab, Jenkins
  • Familiarity with data interfaces (1553, 1394, 429, Serial, CAN, etc.)
  • Experience with real time operating systems
  • Active DoD Top Secret clearance
  • Ability to obtain special program access

Benefits For Principal Engineer Software - Embedded

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Relocation Benefits
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Company paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Annual bonuses
  • Relocation assistance available

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