Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company seeking a Simulation Software Engineer to join their team in Palmdale, California. The role involves designing, developing, and testing software for simulation applications, working collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams in an Agile environment.
Design, develop, integrate and test software for end-user customers and businesses.
Participate in the full software development life cycle including requirements, design, implementation, qualification, and delivery of software products to customers.
Architect and develop applications in a simulated training environment.
Be a part of Agile Scrum teams to develop software products for multiple software baselines.
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in STEM
Experience with the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) - software design requirements, application development, integration, testing, and deployment
Experience with at least one of the following programming or scripting languages: C, C++, and Python
Experience with two or more of the following tools: Jira, Crucible, Bitbucket, Subversion, Bamboo, Jenkins, Sonarqube, Fortify, or Coverity
Must have an active DoD Secret or higher clearance.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment.
Preferred
Strong understanding of C and C++ languages including templates, memory storage, and compiler/linker
Experience with or knowledge of Joint Simulation Environment (JSE), Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS), or High-Level Architecture (HLA)
Experience with Full-Motion Flight Training Systems
Experience with simulated threat environments such as AFSIM or NGTS
Ability to collaborate with systems engineers, hardware designers and integration/test engineers to develop and maintain complex software systems
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management
Benefits
Retirement and Savings Plan
Group medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
