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Staff Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman

On-site
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Staff
14+ yrs
$169k–$254kPosted 3w ago

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Job description

Northrop Grumman is hiring a Staff Software Engineer — a full-time, based in Huntsville, AL role ($169k–$254k). Apply directly on Northrop Grumman's careers page below.

Staff Software Engineer

Location: United States-Alabama-Huntsville

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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 Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Staff level Software Engineer to fill a very important role in Huntsville, AL.

The selected candidate will be responsible for designing, maintaining, updating, and documenting sensor registration algorithm and software functionality including capabilities supporting multiple sensors per platform and multiple platforms in local and remote tracking networks. Investigate and prototype sensor registration approaches for new sensors and stakeholder-defined capabilities, respond rapidly to urgent software behavior issues and anomalies, and analyze test data to diagnose tracking and bias estimation anomalies while developing and implementing mitigations. Familiarity with Kalman filters, statistical methods, and radar tracking algorithms is highly preferred.

Qualification updates:

Basic Qualifications:

  • 14 Years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in STEM field; 12 Years relevant experience with Masters degree; 9 Years of relevant experience with PhD
  • C/C++,
  • MATLAB
  • Geodetic Registration experience
  • Active Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Java
  • Python
  • Experience with Integrated Battle Command System
  • Experience with Joint Track Management Capability Bridge
  • MBSE (Cameo)

Primary Level Salary Range: $169,000.00 - $253,600.00

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary for Staff Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman?

The estimated salary range for Staff Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman is $169,000 - $254,000 USD per year.

What skills are required for Staff Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman?

The required skills for Staff Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman include: C++, Matlab, Java, Python.

What is the seniority level for Staff Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman?

Staff Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman is a Staff level position.

How do I apply for Staff Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman?

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