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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Space Systems Embedded Software Engineer - Level 2 (TS/SCI) - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Rolling Meadows, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $87,600.0 - $131,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Board Bringup, JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Confluence, JIRA, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Perl (Programming Language), Embedded Software, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), FreeRTOS, Python (Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, RTLinux, Shell Script, Software Engineering, VxWorks, Scripting, Real Time Systems, Software Security, Hardware Testing, Yocto, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Bitbucket, Software Defined Radio - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9080787/space-systems-embedded-software-engineer-level-2-tssci ## About the Role * Active or Current Top Secret clearance with SCI * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or another STEM discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience; OR Master's degree in the fields listed above. * Experience developing software in C/C++ * Experience with scripting languages such as: Python, JavaScript, Perl, Unix/DOS shell scripts * Working knowledge of electronic test equipment (Oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers) * Experience with hands-on lab testing of electronic equipment * Basic understanding of digital signal processing concepts Preferred Qualifications: * Working knowledge of RTOS (RTLinux, VxWorks, Integrity, FreeRTOS) concepts and operation * Experience with Linux Embedded real-time OS development (Yocto) * Experience developing in a hybrid Linux/Windows environment * Working knowledge of Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket) * Understanding of Software Defined Radio (SDR) platforms and architectures * Experience developing software for microcontroller platforms (CortexM4, TI, STM, etc) * Experience developing drivers and BSPs for custom hardware platforms * Experience with System on a Chip (AMD, Xilinx, Altera) software/FPGA integration * Experience with digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms * Experience with hands-on hardware testing, debugging and board bring-up * Experience with GNU Radio and/or Redhawk SDR development ## Description Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSS), Rolling Meadows, IL is seeking an Embedded Software Engineers to add to its Software and Controls Department to contribute to full-cycle product development of new software subsystems and defense electronics as well as customization of current systems to support customer needs. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will be supporting a team of experienced engineers performing requirements analysis and system, design, coding, test and verification activities using state-of-the-art tools and techniques. These products and systems power the next generation of products. Our products are integrated with our customers' machines and systems and many of the applications are highly customized and unique. We are interested in highly motivated candidates with embedded software design experience with focus on software interactions with safety critical real-time systems, digital signal processing, and secure software solutions. 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. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. 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