Requisition ID: R10022722Category: EngineeringLocation: Dulles - VA, United States of AmericaCitizenship Required: United States CitizenshipClearance Type: NoneTelecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this positionShift: 1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the TimePositions Available: 1At 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 "A cents € 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.We have an opening for an experienced Software Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in the Tactical Space Systems organization. This position will be located in Dulles, VA.Pursue an exciting career developing space vehicle simulation platforms for large commercial and non-commercial space programs. Work on various programs such as NASA's Gateway/HALO program, National Security Space systems, and communications satellites. Our simulation platforms consist of flight computers and other space vehicle components connected with specially designed space vehicle harnesses to various hardware and software simulation interfaces for complete hardware in the loop simulation.Roles and Responsibilities:Engineers on our teams all participate in the following activities:Establish simulation requirements.Select off-the-shelf or design interface hardware to simulate space vehicle components (actuators, sensors, and payloads).Develop simulation software models and interfaces.Define simulation platform harnessing based on the space vehicle flight harness and simulation requirements.Interface with hardware engineers in the design, build, and test of the simulation platforms.Work with other engineering disciplines to integrate components and flight software with the simulation platform.Simulation hardware definition and software design, development, debug and integration on simulation platforms.This position can be filled as a Principal (level 3) or Sr Principal (level 4) depending on candidate qualifications and experience.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related fieldMinimum of 5 years of experience (level 3) or 9 years of experience (level 4)U.S. citizenAbility to use common software/electrical engineering laboratory equipment such as Oscilloscope, Multimeter and Power Supply.Ability to develop software in both Windows and Linux environments;Advanced programming proficiency: C/C++, Python, Visual StudioAbility to use software revision control tools such as svn tortoise and gitPreferred Qualifications:Ability to use National Instruments data acquisition productsAdvanced understanding of electrical interfaces such as digital signals, analog signals, RS-422 synchronous serial and UART, MIL-STD-1553, Spacewire, LVDS;Active Top Secret/SCI clearanceExcellent communication skillsAbility to work in small teamsDevelops technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativitySalary Range: 101400 - 152200Salary Range 2: 125800 - 188600Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. With the continuing impacts of COVID-19 around the world, we are taking action to protect the health and well-being of our colleagues and maintain the safety of the communities where we operate. As a federal contractor, and consistent with Executive Order 14042 (we will require all newly hired employees in the United States to be fully vaccinated by January 18, 2022 or by your start date if it is after January 18th. Federal guidance allows for disability/medical and religious accommodations with respect to the vaccine requirement. Any requested accommodations must be reviewed and approved (if applicable) in advance of your start date.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit US Citizenship is required for most positions.