Northrop Grumman is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer (Level 3 or 4) for its Space Systems sector in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. The role focuses on embedded software design for safety-critical systems, requiring candidates with strong technical backgrounds in C/C++, RTOS, and embedded systems
Job Summary
This role serves as a linchpin in missions of paramount importance within the Space Systems sector at Northrop Grumman.
The position requires driving requirements analysis, system architecture, design, coding, test, and verification using state-of-the-art tools.
Candidates will work onsite in Rolling Meadows, IL, on a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
Matching Summary
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Northrop Grumman is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer (Level 3 or 4) for its Space Systems sector in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. The role focuses on embedded software design for safety-critical systems, requiring candidates with strong technical backgrounds in C/C++, RTOS, and embedded systems.
Salary
Base: $108,800.00 - $203,600.00; Bonus: Discretionary bonus and annual bonuses available; Benefits: Health insurance, life/disability insurance, savings plan, PTO
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
C/C++ embedded software development
RTOS concepts (RTLinux, VxWorks, Integrity)
Scripting languages Python JavaScript Perl
Hybrid Linux/Windows environment experience
Electronic test equipment knowledge
Atlassian tool suite Jira Confluence Bitbucket
Nice-to-have
Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI
Software Defined Radio platform experience
Custom hardware drivers and BSP development
Yocto Linux Embedded real-time OS
System on a Chip FPGA integration
Digital signal processing algorithms
RF systems link budgets antenna knowledge
Key Requirements
Bachelor's Master's or PhD in STEM discipline
5 to 8 years professional experience depending on level
Ability to obtain US Government Top-Secret clearance