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Software Engineer - Level 3 or 4 - Space AHT

Ngc Open
United States-Alabama-Huntsville Full-time Mid-level Software Engineering

At a glance

Mid-level Software Engineering role at Ngc. United States-Alabama-Huntsville · full-time · $108,800–$163,200 base.

SalaryStated by Ngc
$108,800 – $163,200
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleSoftware Engineering
SeniorityMid-level
LocationUnited States-Alabama-Huntsville
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$108,800–$163,200
PostedOct 7, 2026
Role brief

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What you'll do

  • Build, document, test and troubleshoot software applications and systems with logical or mathematical functions
  • Work with equipment designers and hardware engineers to plan and develop electronic data-processing systems
  • Assess user needs and system limits, then resolve issues involving inputs, outputs, program goals and controls
  • Create operating instructions and develop compilers, utility programs and operating systems
  • Check that software work meets established standards

What you bring

  • You hold a STEM degree and have the related experience required for Level 3 or Level 4
  • You bring substantial embedded software experience, including work close to hardware interfaces
  • You have used NUnit and Moq, and developed software in Windows environments
  • You bring Java, C++, C#, object-oriented development and Python or another scripting language experience
  • You have an active, in-scope DoD Secret clearance when you apply

Who this fits

This role suits an experienced software engineer comfortable with embedded development and low-level hardware interfaces. The position is based in Huntsville, Alabama and requires in-person work in a closed area. You must be able to travel up to ten percent and hold the required clearance when applying.

From the employer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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.

This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career opportunity for a Software Engineer Level 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be in Huntsville, AL.


Essential Functions:

Designs, develops, documents, tests and debugs applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions. Conducts multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software. Determines computer user needs; analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls; prepares operating instructions; designs and develops compilers and assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems. Ensures software standards are met.


Basic Qualifications: 

  • Level 3: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of related work experience, or a Master's Degree and 3 years of related work experience, or 1 year of related work experience with a PhD. in STEM.
  • Level 4: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience, or a Master's Degree and 6 years of related experience, or 4 years of experience with a PhD.
  • Extensive experience with embedded software development and low level software to hardware interfaces
  • Extensive experience with Embedded software development
  • Experience using NUnit
  • Experience with Moq   
  • Experience developing software in a Windows environment
  • Knowledge of SysUML
  • Familiarity with Atlassian and Agile software development practices.
  • Experience with Java, C++, C# and object-oriented SW development.
  • Experience with Python or other scripting languages
  • Must be able to support an in-person / closed-area work environment 
  • Ability and willingness to travel up-to 10% to support business needs.
  • Applicants must have a current active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Experience with automated software requirements testing and analysis 
  • Experience with gRPC
  • Experience with CMake
  • Security+ certification
  • Prior experience with the MDA GMD program. 
  • Experience with Agile Project Management tools (Jira/Confluence) and DevSecOps tools and methods (Jenkins, Ansible, Git/Gitlab) of continuous integration/continuous delivery and deployment (CI/CD) automation  
  • A current active in-scope DoD-issued Top Secret security clearance

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Primary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00

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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