Sr. Principal Engineer Software - Simulation (Palmdale CA)

About the position

The Sr. Principal Engineer Software - Simulation role at Northrop Grumman involves designing, developing, integrating, and testing software for flight and mission-critical systems. This position requires collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams in an Agile environment to create simulation software that meets complex mission requirements. The role emphasizes innovation and the application of advanced technologies in a dynamic work setting.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Architect and develop applications in a simulated training environment.
• Collaborate with Agile Scrum teams to develop software products for multiple software baselines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 8 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in STEM with 6 years of related engineering experience; OR PhD in STEM with 4 years of related experience.
• Experience with the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including 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.

Nice-to-haves

• 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.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Retirement and Savings Plan
• Group medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
• Company paid holidays