Embedded Software Engineers - Level 3/4 (Secret) - Chandler (AHT)
- US citizenship
- Top Secret clearance
- Secret clearance
How this pay compares
This posting states $98.4k–$148k a year. Open software engineer jobs in Arizona post a median of $156k a year, the middle half $138k–$189k, across 20 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post.
About the job
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: No ## 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. Do you want to work at an international company with endless opportunities for growth and advancement?
Are you eager to join a trust-based, globally-connected team, where your contributions will define what’s possible? We are looking for team members who want to solve interesting, complex problems, which protect our nation. Your talents and passion are most important to us. If you don’t know a language, program, or platform, we will teach you!
Become a part of our enthusiastic teams where we have fun working together and take pride in our contributions to the nation’s safety. We are recruiting forengineers with a background in Embedded Software Engineeringto support our team in Chandler, AZ.
Due to the nature of this work, this position will be 100% on-site. ## Key Skills and Responsibilities include: - Object Oriented (OO) Software development experience in C/C++ in a Linux environment - Embedded real-time software development, debug and test - Real time operating systems (RTOS) environments including VxWorks, Integrity, LynxOS, Yocto Linux, or other equivalent RTOS - Full software development lifecycle - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Problem solving and troubleshooting skills In these roles, you will be developing systems for a variety of advanced missile defense spacecraft and interceptors using current technologies and others yet to come!
We are seeking team members who have a thirst for knowledge, approach each day with optimism, and have a relentless drive to solve complex problems.
Creativity and innovation are imperative for this role, as our work at Northrop Grumman often involves pushing the boundaries of technology to develop the next generation of missile defense solutions; achieving what seems impossible… until it’s not. ## As a successful employee, you will - Be an active and integral member of your team - Channel your enthusiasm to innovate - Be part of a supportive team that develops and deploys technologies that matter to our national security - Work with agility, flexibility, and collaboration to explore creative ideas Position can be filled at a Level 3 or Level 4. ## Basic Qualifications for Level 3 - Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience, or Master’s degree with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year (Level 3) - Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree. - Requires an active U.S.
Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope ## Basic Qualifications for Level 4 - Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience, or Master’s degree with 6 years, or PhD with 4 years (Level 4) - Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree. - Requires an active U.S.
Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope ## Preferred Qualifications - Master’s or PhD in a relevant engineering discipline - Top Secret clearance - Directly related Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) experience ## Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector?
Click the link below https://www.northropgrumman.com/space Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.
Northrop Grumman Total Rewards #AZSpace #SpaceSoftwareJobs #SpaceEngJobs This requisition is eligible for ERAP in accordance with the Space ERAP criteria - Space Employee Referral Award Program (ERAP ). ## #SPEnhancedERAP Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00 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.
From Northrop Grumman's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Satellites, space telescopes, cargo spacecraft and rocket boosters, inside a defense prime.
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