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# Embedded Software Engineer - Level 3 or 4

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Dulles, VA, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $114,000.0 - $213,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Computer Simulation, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Linux, Device Drivers, Embedded Software, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Parallel Computation, Yocto
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=92ccb2d49fad7f68

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in STEM (Aerospace/Electrical/Computer/Software Engineering) with 5 years of relevant professional experience - OR - Master's degree with 3 years of relevant professional experience - OR - PhD with 1 year of relevant professional experience.
 * Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret [TS] security clearance, current and within scope, at time of application [US citizenship required]
 * Advanced programming proficiency with C/C++, Python.
 * Understanding of common embedded system tools, real-time operating systems, and avionics integration and test practices
 * Core affinity and parallel processing experience
 * Experience with understanding the difference between concurrent and parallel processing
 * Familiarity with Stellar or CFS
 * Demonstrable programming experience on Linux, * Bachelor's degree in STEM (Aerospace/Electrical/Computer/Software Engineering) with 8 years of relevant professional experience - OR - Master's degree with 6 years of relevant professional experience - OR - PhD with 4 years of relevant professional experience.
 * Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret [TS] security clearance, current and within scope, at time of application [US citizenship required]
 * Advanced programming proficiency with C/C++, Python.
 * Understanding of common embedded system tools, real-time operating systems, and avionics integration and test practices
 * Core affinity and parallel processing experience
 * Experience with understanding the difference between concurrent and parallel processing
 * Familiarity with Stellar or CFS
 * Demonstrable programming experience on Linux

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Requires an active U.S. Government Top-Secret [TS] security clearance, current and within scope at time of application, with the ability to obtain and maintain Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) approval/access within a reasonable amount of time [US citizenship required]
 * Experience with Yocto or Vulcan
 * System knowledge in one or more of the following domains: Spacecraft Command & Control, Mission Planning, Space Situational Awareness, and Visualization
 * Experience with Digital, Analog, RS-422 synchronous serial and UART, MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire electrical interfaces

## Description

If forging a secure future excites you, look no further! Northrop Grumman's Space Sector provides an arena where your passion for innovation and quest for exploration are welcome. As an Embedded Software Engineer - Level 3 or 4, your role at Dulles, VA, will be pivotal in supporting mission-critical efforts to national and global security.

Ready to join forces with our visionary team?

This Embedded Software Engineer will join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in the Space Systems organization, developing space flight software platforms for National Space Security programs. The individual we seek will be self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented.

This work does require a TS/SCI clearance and will primarily be performed in a SCIF environment.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

 * Develop embedded software modules and have familiarity with data protocols including UART, Synchronous Serial, MIL-STD-1553, SPACEWIRE, SPI, discrete digital and analog IO, and others
 * Work with other disciplines to establish Flight-Software requirements, testing, and verification plan.
 * Develop and configure board support packages (BSPs) and integrate device drivers.
 * Performs trade studies via computer simulation or kits & development boards.
 * Work with multiple engineers to integrate spacecraft components and flight software with the simulation platform.
 * Be involved in the hardware definition and software design, development, debug and integration on simulation and hardware-in-the-loop platforms.
 * Analyze system resources to enhance efficiency, stability, and processing speed.
 * Prepare design documentation, analysis, test results and presentation materials for internal and external customers.
 * Work with software developers and other engineers, as needed, to help diagnose and identify the root cause of problems found during software installation, integration, acceptance test, and operational events.
 * Work in an innovative environment across diverse assignments and in collaborative team settings across all levels.
 * Other duties as assigned.

This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company.

This position can be filled at either a Level 3 or a Level 4.


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