9d ago
USD 87600-131400/yr

Space Systems Embedded Software Engineer - Level 2 (TS/SCI)

United States-Illinois-Rolling Meadowsmid
EngineeringEmbedded Engineer
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman,

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EngineeringEmbedded Engineer
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

At Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you will engineer the enduring icons of modern space exploration and global security, from manufacturing the vital Solid Rocket Boosters for NASA’s Artemis missions and the engineering behind the James Webb Space Telescope, to pioneering on-orbit logistics with our uncrewed Cygnus cargo spacecraft and Mission Robotic Vehicle (MRV), alongside developing next-generation national defense constellations and strategic missile systems.


Requirements

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  • Active or Current Top Secret clearance with SCI
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another STEM discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience; OR Master’s degree in the fields listed above.
  • Experience developing software in C/C++
  • Experience with scripting languages such as: Python, JavaScript, Perl, Unix/DOS shell scripts
  • Working knowledge of electronic test equipment (Oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers)
  • Experience with hands-on lab testing of electronic equipment
  • Basic understanding of digital signal processing concepts

  • Working knowledge of RTOS (RTLinux, VxWorks, Integrity, FreeRTOS) concepts and operation
  • Experience with Linux Embedded real-time OS development (Yocto)
  • Experience developing in a hybrid Linux/Windows environment
  • Working knowledge of Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)
  • Understanding of Software Defined Radio (SDR) platforms and architectures
  • Experience developing software for microcontroller platforms (CortexM4, TI, STM, etc)
  • Experience developing drivers and BSPs for custom hardware platforms
  • Experience with System on a Chip (AMD, Xilinx, Altera) software/FPGA integration
  • Experience with digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms
  • Experience with hands-on hardware testing, debugging and board bring-up
  • Experience with GNU Radio and/or Redhawk SDR development

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Primary Level Salary Range: $87,600.00 - $131,400.00

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.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
United States-Illinois-Rolling Meadows
On-site at the office
Who can apply
Same as job location

Listing Details

Posted
October 3, 2026
First seen
October 3, 2026
Last seen
October 12, 2026

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Space Systems Embedded Software Engineer - Level 2 (TS/SCI)USD 87600-131400