> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3551787-staff-software-architect-guidance-systems-integration](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3551787-staff-software-architect-guidance-systems-integration). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Staff Software Architect-Guidance Systems Integration

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Roy, UT, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $162,500.0 - $243,700.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Software Code Optimization, Software Debugging, Memory Management, Embedded Software, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Inter-Process Communication, MATLAB, Microsoft Visual Studio, Package Development Process, Real-Time Operating Systems, Fortify (Software), SAP (Applications), Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, VxWorks, Multithreading, Gitlab, Kubernetes, Atlassian Tools, Devsecops
- **Published:** October 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=3000414095-2

## About the Role

* 14 Years with Bachelor's in relevant field of study, 12 Years with Masters, 10 Years with PhD or 04 additional years in lieu of a degree.

-Must be a US Citizen, with an active DoD Secret clearance and be eligible for a SAP.

 * Years of SW Experience (Experience in C++, real-time embedded software, and object-oriented design. Experience with full software lifecycle: specification, design, implementation, integration, debugging, and maintenance.)

 * +5 years of Systems Engineering & Test Experience with System architecture, design, requirements decomposition, hardware-in-the-loop, and simulation testing.

 * Demonstrated technical leadership and team management skills.

 * Effective oral and written communication skills, including expertise in executive-level communication.

 * Experience with engineering metrics, schedule planning, and technical scope execution, utilizing Earned Value Management System (EVMS).

 * Demonstrated performance in aligning and technical driving execution.

 * Proven track record of coaching and guiding team members to foster skill development and career growth.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in algorithmic application development and optimization.

Experience in real-time embedded software development, including real-time multi-threaded architecture design, w/ knowledge of guidance and control systems.

Experience with Integrity Operating Systems and/or VxWorks.

Experience with Visual Studio.

Experience with MATLAB.

Experience with Coverity, SonarCube, CodeSonar, Fortify.

Experience with the Atlassian tool set, Kubernetes, Model Based Engineering, GitLab, and DevSecOps best practices.

Excellent integration troubleshooting skills.

Experience in building low-level code to interact with devices and hardware

Experience in compilation and link techniques for achieving memory usage and partitioning design objectives.

Familiarity with assembly and low-level code optimization.

Familiarity with Board Support Package development and test.

In depth knowledge of Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) systems.

Proven experience solving challenging architectural problems in embedded systems

## Description

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership within the AVE Flight Guidance, Navigation, and Controls (GNC) team, focusing on the development of mission-critical software products. They will architect complex systems and lead the design, development, testing, and deployment phases, ensuring compatibility through the development and integration of board support packages and driver implementations. Expertise in real-time operating systems is essential, including configuring kernel parameters, managing task scheduling, and implementing inter-process communication. To include the development and facilitation of middleware integration, utilizing appropriate communication models. Responsibilities include integrating application, system, and device layers on real-time embedded systems, performing performance measurements, and optimizing throughput to enhance system performance, and mentoring software engineers. Candidate will also participate and advise in the formal testing approach
for embedded software products, closed loop sim integration, and defect troubleshooting and resolution. This position will be located in Roy, Utah and support the Sentinel Program.