Sr Principal Engineer Software

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman Defense Sector has a need for a Sr. Principal Software Engineer at its Integrated Mission Solutions (IMS) organization in Warner Robins, GA. This engineering position is for a role on our Software Engineering Team. In this role you will be supporting our Independent Research and Development (IRAD) programs. You will be an integral part of an interdisciplinary team of engineers focused on the design and development of a suite of Electronic Warfare and Mobile Application products.  Our ideal candidate will have experience developing mobile and embedded systems in a fast-paced, team oriented environment. This position is located in Warner Robins, GA.

 

 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop, modify, and maintain software using software engineering best practices and standards. 

• Participate in the full life cycle of software development, to include requirements development, modeling and design, software development, unit to CSCI testing, integration, formal system testing, release, installation, and maintenance.

• Apply technical expertise and leadership in solving complex integrations problems.  

• Frequent opportunities to interact with Program Management, external suppliers and/or government customers, therefore excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills are essential to succeeding in this role

 

Basic Qualifications:  

• Must have 12 years of direct relevant experience with HS Diploma/GED

• Will consider a Minimum of 8 years of direct relevant experience with B.S degree; Minimum of 6 years of direct relevant experience with Masters degree; Minimum of 4 years of direct relevant experience with PhD.

• Proficient in Python/C++/Java

• Proficient in all areas of the formal software lifecycle process from requirements to testing

• Experience developing mobile applications (Android OS/Windows)

• Experience developing and deploying Linux systems on FPGA platforms with embedded ARM cores

• General embedded software development (register manipulation, resource management, debugging)

• Experience with ethernet networking

• Highly motivated self-starters and able to efficiently operate in a fast-paced team environment

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level security clearance

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

• Bachelor of Science (B.S) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent STEM related discipline

• Working knowledge of Electronic Warfare (EW) principles

• Experience le