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Sr. Principal Embedded Software Engineer- San Diego Event

Northrop Grumman

United States-California-San DiegoPrincipalClearance required
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Location
United States-California-San Diego
Work model
On-Site
Level
Principal
Posted
Sep 15, 2026

Skills

AgileGitJira

About this role

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: CLEARANCE TYPE: TRAVEL: 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. This requisition supports a hiring event and is not tied to a single position. Based on your background, you may be considered for one or more relevant roles that best match your qualifications. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems has opportunities for Embedded Engineers to join our team in San Diego, CA. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today. What You'll Get to Do: In this role you will design, develop, integrate and test software for our end-user customers and businesses, primarily focused on cryptographic software code bases.  Specifically, you will be responsible for the design, architecture, development, and administration of embedded and real time systems.  You will work with multi-disciplinary teams, such as with Systems Engineering, Digital Engineering, Hardware, and Integration & Test, in an Agile software development environment.  You will analyze system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls.  This position is contingent upon program award, clearance and customer approval. Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Engineer: Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline AND 8 Years of experience in a related field; or 6 Years of Experience with a Masters; or 4 years of experience with a PhD Ability to obtain and maintain an active U.S. government Secret clearance Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) as determined by business needs Preferred Qualifications: An active U.S. government Secret clearance or higher (with background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation) Proficient in C/C++ Proficient in Object Oriented programming Proficient in all areas of the formal software lifecycle process from requirements to testing Experience integrating low-level firmware and software in complex real-time multi-threaded embedded applications Experience with developing and debugging embedded real-time systems. Experience using Jira/Bitbucket/Git and the Agile software development process Familiarity with HAIPE, OTNK, and/or IKE Experience implementing cryptographic mechanisms using dedicated software libraries Experience with Xilinx platforms (Zynq, Ultrascale+ and VERSAL) Experience with TCP/IP and common network configurations Familiarity with Link 16/TACAN Waveform Standard Documents Experience in testing and troubleshooting Link16 waveform in an embedded software environment Hands-on experience with lab equipment

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