Sr Principal Embedded Software Eng (SkillBridge)
Ngc· enterprise· Defense· Sep 2, 2026 · 2mo ago
Baltimore, MD
In office
Full-time
Principal
$136K–$204K
8+ years exp
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.
As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation’s military personnel navigate their next chapter in to civilian careers. Approximately 20% of Northrop Grumman’s 10 0,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than 2,0 00 are reservists.
The Northrop Grumman Skill B ridge Program is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322. 29. The p rogram is an opportunity for service members preparing for civilian careers to gain valuable civilian work experience during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Skill B ridge Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members .
Responsibilities for SkillBridge Program participation are:
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – SkillBridge Program ( SkillBridge ) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge . Through this program , the service-member will work on site with their host company, gaining experience in an entry to mid-level career path . The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives , and Outcomes for the program.
Goals – Provid e separating service-members with job skills training in a professional setting during the final phase of their military service . This program is specifically designed to offer hands-on experience that result in the potential to convert to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Participants will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.
Objectives - Service Members who complete the SkillBridge program will be highly trained , capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission “Defining Possible” on Day 1. This program provides comprehensive hands-on experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.
Outcome – Offer service-members preparing for civilian careers a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.
SkillBridge Eligibility:
Has served at least 180 days on active duty
Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
Will receive an honorable discharge
Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
Received Unit Commander ( first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.
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Before Applying
IMPORTANT – Please SkillBridge Prescreen by Joining the Military / Veteran Talent Network
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is seeking a Sr Principal Embedded Software Engineer to join our innovative Software Technologies Organization. This position is located in Baltimore, MD.
What You’ll Get To Do:
As a Sr Principal Embedded Software Engineer within the Software and Digital Technologies Organization, you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our Enterprise-wide digital transformation. The new team member will work on software systems for mission systems in all phases of the software development lifecycle, primarily in C/C . Through the use of Model-based Engineering, DevSecOps and Agile practices we continue to evolve how we deliver critical national defense products and capabilities for the warfighter. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly and continuously drive innovation. The successful candidate will be collaborative, open, transparent, and team oriented with a focus on team empowerment & shared responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning and a culture of automation.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Analyze, develop, and modify existing software, apply modern development techniques that take advantage of all that current technology has to offer
Identify risks, suggest mitigation, track defects, develop resolutions, and report status
Design, construct, execute unit tests, build verification test plans, and track report test status
Work alongside multi-disciplined engineering teams to test and verify software products on simulators and actual production hardware in our System Integration Laboratories
Identify and assess new technologies prior to implementation
Active participation with systems engineering in technical peer, design, architecture, and system reviews to ensure system/software requirements are being met from an end-to-end system point of view
“This position is contingent based on anticipated contract award and funding.”
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Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related STEM Degree and 8 years of related experience
US Citizenship
Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. Secret Clearance is required to start. Must be able to obtain Special Program Access (SAP). Must be able to maintain this level of clearance and SAP for continued employment.
Must have 6 years’ experience working in C/C
Must have 6 years’ experience with real-time embedded software
Must have 6 years’ experience with full software lifecycle: specification, design, implementation, integration, debug and maintenance
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in algorithmic application development and optimization
Experience in Electronic Warfare, Built in Test, or Calibrations
Experience with VxWorks and/or Linux Operating Systems
Experience with Visual Studio
Experience with Matlab
Experience with Coverity, SonarQube and/or Clockwork tools
Experience in Open Architecture Solutions
Experience with the Atlassian tool set, Kubernetes, Model Based Engineering, and DevSecOps best practices
Primary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00
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 northropgrumman.com. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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