Software Engineer: Embedded/Test Equipment (Secret) - Level 3 - Chandler

at Northrop Grumman

Record last updated: 7/27/2026 12:25:44 PM

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Current Days Open
1
Reqs Seen
1
Current Min Salary
$98,400.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$147,600.00 (Yearly)
Historical Days Open
N/A
First Seen
7/27/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$98,400.00 (Yearly)
7/27/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$147,600.00 (Yearly)
7/27/2026

Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret 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. Northrop Grummans Space Sector is seeking a Software Engineer Embedded/Test Equipment - Level 3 to join our team in Chandler, AZ. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. In this role, you will lead the design, development, and integration of Real Time Computer In the Loop (RTCIL) and Hardware In the Loop (HWIL) test laboratories that validate flight software, GPU based scene generation, and sensor injection capabilities for the Glide Phase Interceptor program. This role blends embedded C/C++ development with highperformance GPU coding and 6DoF realtime simulation to ensure missioncritical systems meet stringent performance and security requirements. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. Your Role and Impact: Supports test equipment hardware and software requirements planning, architecture development, detailed design, and integration/startup of real time computer and full hardware in loop test laboratories Develops test equipment hardware and software architectures to support real time distorted scene injection into flight hardware, as part of test laboratory development. Develops GPU software to predict and mimic flight condition scenarios in real time test environment Ensures software standards are met. Work in a collaborative multi discipline team environment Other duties as assigned If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team! This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Basic Qualifications: Bachelors degree with 5 years of professional experience OR Masters degree with 3 years of professional experience OR PhD with 1 year of professional experience outside of internships, research, etc. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree. Requires an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope Software development experience in C, C++, C# and/or Java in Linux and/or Windows environment Preferred Qualifications: Experience in design, integration and testing with real time computer in loop and hardware in loop test laboratories Experience in developing interfaces to support weapon system integration efforts. Familiarity with 6 degree of freedom simulation systems and integration of 6DoF simulation models into a real time environment for test as you fly scenarios Experience IR scene injection into electronics for processing in real time embedded flight firmware/software, GPU Development experience to present real time constrained scene generation Experience working in an Agile framework and team environment. Ability to work with multi discipline team and a dynamic work environment. Direct work with IR scene injection into embedded flight firmware for realtime processing. Proven track record working in Agile teams and delivering incremental, testdriven value.. Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site. Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00 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. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? Once logged in, click on Candidate Home in the upper right corner and scroll to the bottom of that screen to see buttons for: Update Contact information to update your legal name, address, and phone number Edit Account Settings to edit your email address We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.

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