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# Research Software Engineer Level 1

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Aurora, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $76,200.0 - $114,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Data Analysis, Computer Vision, Confluence, JIRA, C++ (Programming Language), Data Fusion, Linux, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Signal Processing, Atlassian Tools, Bitbucket, Api Design, Software Coding
- **Published:** July 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9007524/research-software-engineer-level-1

## About the Role

MDO is seeking a junior researcher to execute research and development sub-tasking. The ideal candidate possesses some experience in signal processing, coding, image processing and/or computer vision. The junior researcher will be expected to coordinate with the responsible investigator (RI) and/or principal investigator (PI) to develop plans to execute research goals. The researcher should be able to assess relevant technologies, analyze quality, and/or algorithm improvements in the area of signal processing, image content extraction, data fusion and/or data analysis., * Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mathematics, or physics with 0 years of relative experience. 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

 * Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance after starting.
 * Understanding of basic algorithms, signal processing concepts, experimental design.
 * Coding skills in C++, Java and/or Python.
 * Interest in signal processing mathematics.
 * Interest in modeling, simulation and quality analysis.

Preferred Requirements:

 * Experience with software architecture and API design.
 * Experience with Linux, Windows, DevOPS.
 * Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)

## Description

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a junior researcher (Level 1) to supporting Mission Exploitation Business Unit (BU). This position is in Aurora, CO. with the possibility of some hybrid opportunities.


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