Principal Software Engineer
Northrop Grumman · Oklahoma City, OK
- On site
- Full-time
- $139,900 / year
- Oklahoma City, OK
Job highlights
- Develop software for strategic operating units.
- Contribute to design, development, test, and integration.
- Utilize various programming languages and technologies.
- Support all phases of the software development life cycle.
- Requires active Secret security clearance.
About the role
Principal Software Engineer
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. This position will support our Aeronautics Systems sector in Oklahoma City, OK.
The selected candidate will join our team of software engineers to:
- Support the development of Strategic Operating Units, executing both sustainment and modernization programs.
- Contribute to software engineering initiatives for several programs with software design & development, software test and integration, and DevOps expertise.
- Use a variety of software languages, technologies, and industry best practices.
- Support all phases of the development life cycle for flight, mission, lab and tools software.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience; OR Master’s degree in a STEM discipline with 3 years of related experience; OR PhD with 1 year of related experience.
- Familiar with Safety-Critical Embedded Real Time Software.
- Familiar with all phases of the software development life cycle and Agile framework as a Product Owner, SCRUM Master, and/or team member.
- Experience with developing software and scripts on various programming languages: C, C++, Python, PowerShell, VBScript, Bash, AND/OR KornShell for Safety-Critical applications/Systems.
- Familiar with Architecting, Designing, Implementing, Integrating, Verifying and Qualifying Safety-Critical Embedded Real Time Software running on various RTOS (VxWorks, Integrity, Real Time Embedded Linux).
- Familiar with Static & Dynamic Code Analysis Tools and Fuzzing Tools such as: Coverity, Fortify, AND/OR SonarQube.
- Familiar with Software Change Control, Change Management, and CI/CD tools.
- Active U.S Government Secret level clearance OR Top Secret (in-scope), with the ability to obtain (and maintain) special program access (PAR).
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated leadership, teamwork capabilities, excellent oral and written communications skills, and strong interpersonal communication skills at all levels of employees and management.
- Experience with Agile Software Development, object-oriented architectures, designs, programming, debugging, and hardware-software integration and testing.
- Experience with Software Change Control, Change Management, Code Quality, Static Analysis, and CI/CD tools such as: Atlassian tool suite, Jira, GitHub, GitLab, SonarQube, Coverity, AND/OR Jenkins.
- Experience architecting, Designing, Modeling (Rhapsody or Cameo), Implementing, Maintaining, integrating, and Debugging OO C++ software running on Real-Time Operating systems such as: VxWorks, Integrity, AND/OR Real Time Embedded Linux.
- Experience with DOORs AND Software Requirement Specification Testing using Simulators, automated scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, JavaScript, AND/OR Bash.
- Experience with Static & Dynamic Code Analysis Tools and Fuzzing Tools such as: Coverity, Fortify, AND/OR SonarQube.
- Experience with software network interfaces -and troubleshooting networks (TCP/IP, UDP, LAN, VLAN, SNMP or others).
Salary Information
Primary Level Salary Range: $93,300.00 - $139,900.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
Key skills/competency
- Software Engineering
- Embedded Systems
- C++
- Agile Methodologies
- DevOps
- Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
- CI/CD
- Secret Clearance
- Safety-Critical Software
- Software Development Life Cycle
Skills & topics
- Principal Software Engineer
- Software Engineering
- Embedded Systems
- C++
- Agile
- DevOps
- RTOS
- CI/CD
- Secret Clearance
- Safety-Critical Software
- Northrop Grumman
- Oklahoma City
- Aeronautics
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight C++, embedded systems, and Agile experience.
- Emphasize clearance: Clearly state your active Secret clearance status.
- Showcase STEM background: Detail your education and years of experience.
- Prepare for technical questions: Review safety-critical software and RTOS concepts.
- Demonstrate leadership: Provide examples of teamwork and communication skills.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the specific programming languages required for the Principal Software Engineer role at Northrop Grumman?
- Northrop Grumman seeks candidates experienced with languages such as C, C++, Python, PowerShell, VBScript, Bash, and/or KornShell for safety-critical applications and systems. Proficiency in C++ is particularly noted for preferred qualifications related to object-oriented designs on real-time operating systems.
- What types of Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) are used in this Principal Software Engineer position?
- The role involves working with various RTOS, specifically mentioning VxWorks, Integrity, and Real-Time Embedded Linux as systems where safety-critical embedded real-time software is architected, designed, implemented, integrated, verified, and qualified.
- Is a security clearance mandatory for the Principal Software Engineer job at Northrop Grumman?
- Yes, an active U.S. Government Secret level clearance or Top Secret is required to start this position. Candidates must also be able to obtain and maintain special program access (PAR).
- What is the expected travel percentage for this Principal Software Engineer role?
- The Principal Software Engineer position involves travel approximately 10% of the time, as indicated in the job description. This travel may be related to program support, integration, or other project-specific needs.
- What is the educational requirement for a Principal Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman?
- A Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline is required, along with 5 years of related experience. Alternatively, a Master's degree with 3 years of experience or a PhD with 1 year of experience is acceptable.
- Does Northrop Grumman offer relocation assistance for this role?
- Yes, relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates accepting the Principal Software Engineer position. Specific details regarding eligibility and the extent of assistance would typically be discussed during the offer process.
- What are the key tools and technologies mentioned for the Principal Software Engineer position?
- Key tools and technologies include static & dynamic code analysis tools (Coverity, Fortify, SonarQube), CI/CD tools (Atlassian suite, Jira, GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins), and RTOS like VxWorks, Integrity, and Real Time Embedded Linux. Experience with DOORs and modeling tools like Rhapsody or Cameo is also preferred.
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