
Real job — pulled straight from Northrop Grumman’s careers page · Verified September 11, 2026 · No reposts.
Job description
Northrop Grumman is hiring a Software Engineer — a full-time, based in Redondo Beach, CA role ($114k–$213k). Apply directly on Northrop Grumman's careers page below.
Software Engineer - Level 3/4 (AHT)
Location: United States-California-Redondo Beach
Time Type: Full time
Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SCITRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
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 Grumman's Space Systems Sector is seeking a Software Engineer - Level 3/4 to join our team. This position is located in Redondo Beach, CA.
*Please be aware that this position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding. Furthermore, 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. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.
In this role, you will develop and sustain several mission operational SW product lines, as well as develop new capabilities. You will join a large team comprising of multiple subsystems, each with a specialized software focus. We are looking for an energetic and passionate software engineer to join our team as we work to provide innovative solutions to complex issues in support of our national security mission.
Basic Qualifications Software Engineer - Level 3:
- Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience; PhD with 1 year of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
- Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance and SCI access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company prior to start date
- Advanced Object-Oriented programming skills
- Experience with C++ programming
- Knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system
Basic Qualifications Software Engineer - Level 4:
- Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience; PhD with 4 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
- Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance and SCI access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company prior to start date
- Advanced Object-Oriented programming skills
- Experience with C++ programming
- Knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system
Preferred Qualifications:
- DevSecOps Test Automation experience
- Experience with programming/scripting languages: C. C++. Java, Python, Perl
- Strong in math and algorithms
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface with all levels of employees, management, and stakeholders
- Previous participation on an Agile scrum team or familiarity with the Agile process
- Familiarity with the Atlassian Tool Suite (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, Bamboo)
- Experience developing in a Linux environment using git
- Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman?
The estimated salary range for Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman is $114,000 - $213,000 USD per year.
What skills are required for Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman?
The required skills for Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman include: C++, Linux, Java, Python, Perl, Agile, JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket, Git.
What is the seniority level for Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman?
Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman is a Mid Level / Senior level position.
How do I apply for Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman?
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