We are looking for you to join our team as a Staff Embedded Software Engineer based out of Linthicum, MD.
What you'll get to do:
As the lead developer of radars, COMMS, and SIGINT for some of the most advanced systems in the U.S. arsenal, Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a world leader in advanced sensor systems and design. These include airborne RADARs for fighter jets & UAVs including F-22, F-35, F-16, Global Hawk (Triton), and Gray Eagle (STARLite), airborne surveillance RADARs for AWACS and E-7 (MESA), and ground and maritime RADARs including G/ATOR and SEWIP. As the IPT lead you will oversee engineers developing software systems, Radar modes, performing hands-on integration and testing of sophisticated systems, including both hardware and software components in development and production environments; Synthesize internal and external customer needs and requirements into software designs that acknowledge technical and schedule constraints; Participate in the development and execution of all software development life cycle phases; participate in weekly program leadership meetings, Customer VTCs, TIMs and design reviews. Coordinate cross-functional software integration activities that may include environmental, reliability and the occasional flight test; Review and evaluate test requirements to ensure completeness of software test program; Oversee analysis of test results and prepares comprehensive reports; Support, collaborate and interact with multi-disciplinary teams. As the IPT of several Agile Radar software development teams, you will be required to be CAM certified and perform monthly EVMS activities.
This specific role will be supporting Advanced Tactical Programs (ATP) Engineering & Manufacturing Development (EMD) contracts as the Software Engineering IPT Lead, within the Tactical Fighters AMS E&S homeroom.
Roles & Responsibilities:

Customer and program management point of contact for all ATP software mode development and integration activities
* Lead software development, integration, testing & troubleshooting of the ATP system including digital integration, and design verification testing
* Lead software integration strategy and flow development, developing test plans and defining test environments, scenarios and objectives
* Drive a multi-disciplinary software team through technical hurdles and solutions, enforcing software processes
* Interfacing with product design teams for implementation of root cause resolutions
* Working with technical leads to develop schedules, technical briefs and status
* Own engineering staffing, program planning and execution
* Manage Cost Account and support EVMS
Basic Qualifications for a Staff Engineer:
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 12 years of experience; or 10 years of relevant experience with a Masters (MS) degree or 8 years of relevant experience with a Ph.D. 4 additional years in lieu of a degree

U.S. Citizenship is required
* Active DoD Secret Clearance or higher
* Strong experience working in C/C++
* Proficiency in working with real time embedded software
* Strong proficiency of all Software Development Lifecycle Processes, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, debug, maintenance, verification planning and execution
* Expert in leading a multi-disciplinary team environment
* Expert verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate internally and external team members
* Knowledge and experience with various Radar hardware and test equipment
* Knowledge and experience with proposals, basis of estimate creation, technical volumes, etc.
* Knowledge and experience with Agile principles, tools, and implementation
Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in real-time embedded software development knowledge of Radar, Electronic Warfare, or Space technologies
* Experience in algorithmic application development and optimization
* Experience with VxWorks and/or Linux Operating Systems
* Experience with Visual Studio
* Experience with Coverity and/or KlocWork tools
* Experience in Open Architecture Solutions
* Knowledge and experience in the development of ground, air, or sea-based radar, EW, and/or COMMS software systems
* Knowledge and experience in experimental Flight Test planning and execution
* Knowledge and experience in on-site test demonstrations planning and execution
* Experience with MATLAB coding, test scripting, data analysis and signal processing
* Experience troubleshooting and resolving complex HW/SW integration problems
* Knowledge and experience in firmware and hardware control integration planning and execution
* Knowledge and experience integrating and testing software written in C, C++.
* Knowledge and experience developing scripts/code in Python/C/C++ to automate manual processes
* Knowledge and experience in secure processing and systems security integration planning and execution
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.
Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.
Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.
This position is contingent upon the successful transfer of an active DoD Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to start.
Salary Range: $163,200 - $244,800
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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.