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# Embedded Software Engineers - Level 2 (Secret) - Chandler (AHT)

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Chandler, AZ, United States
- **Salary:** $79,300.0 - $118,900.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded Software, Object-Oriented Software Development, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, VxWorks, Yocto
- **Published:** September 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us4839d6bb7497905b59e84f6fff18f781/eaa

## About the Role

* Object Oriented (OO) Software development experience in C/C++ in a Linux environment
 * Embedded real-time software development, debug and test
 * Real time operating systems (RTOS) environments including VxWorks, Integrity, LynxOS, Yocto Linux, or other equivalent RTOS
 * Full software development lifecycle
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills
 * Problem solving and troubleshooting skills, * Bachelor's degree with 2 years of professional experience, or Master's degree with 1 year
 * Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
 * Requires an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, * Master's or PhD in a relevant engineering discipline
 * Top Secret clearance
 * Directly related Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) experience

## Description

In these roles, you will be developing systems for a variety of advanced missile defense spacecraft and interceptors using current technologies and others yet to come! We are seeking team members who have a thirst for knowledge, approach each day with optimism, and have a relentless drive to solve complex problems. Creativity and innovation are imperative for this role, as our work at Northrop Grumman often involves pushing the boundaries of technology to develop the next generation of missile defense solutions; achieving what seems impossible… until it's not.
What does success look like?
As a successful employee, you will:

 * Be an active and integral member of your team
 * Channel your enthusiasm to innovate
 * Be part of a supportive team that develops and deploys technologies that matter to our national security
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