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# Engineer Embedded Software

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Beavercreek, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $83,400.0 - $125,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, JIRA, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Linux Kernel, Cisco Nexus Switches, Real-Time Operating Systems, Fortify (Software), Software Engineering, Software Systems, SonarQube, Real Time Systems, DevOps Tools - Open-source, Git, Bitbucket, Jenkins
- **Published:** October 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us95c3f270999630ce5b366240539b8edf/eaa

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related STEM discipline with 2 years of experience; Master's degree with 0 years of experience
 * Experience in C/C++ and/or Rust
 * Experience developing and debugging embedded real-time systems
 * US Citizenship is required
 * An active US Government Secret clearance
 * Ability to work full-time onsite in Beavercreek, Ohio, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related STEM discipline with 5 years of experience; Master's degree with 3 years of experience; or PhD with 0 years of experience
 * Experience in C/C++ and/or Rust
 * Experience developing and debugging embedded real-time systems
 * US Citizenship is required
 * An active US Government Secret clearance
 * Ability to work full-time onsite in Beavercreek, Ohio

Preferred Qualifications for both Levels:

 * Experience developing software in Rust
 * Experience with Xilinx-based platforms and tools
 * Experience using Agile software development processes and tools such as Jira
 * Experience using DevSecOps tools such as Git, Bitbucket, Jenkins, SonarQube, Fortify, or Nexus

 * Familiarity with Linux kernel driver development and modification

## Description

* Mission-Driven Work: Help develop embedded software capabilities that support critical customer missions and operational needs
 * Hands-On Engineering: Contribute directly to the design, development, integration, debugging, and test of embedded and real-time software
 * Technical Development: Build experience across the software lifecycle while working on complex, mission-relevant engineering challenges
 * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Systems Engineering, Digital Engineering, Hardware, and Integration & Test in an Agile environment
 * Broad Impact: Help shape software solutions that connect customer needs, system intent, and implementation across multidisciplinary programs