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Embedded Software Engineer-Level 2 (AHT)

Northrop Grumman

Los Angeles, CAJob$92–138K/yrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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Compensation
$92–138K/yr
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearance

Job overview

Northrop Grumman seeks an Embedded Software Engineer-Level 2 for its Advanced Weapons Division in Northridge, California, supporting the Stand in Attack Weapon program. The engineer will develop, integrate, and test software on lab assets as part of the Operational Flight Program Team. The role is 100% on-site and requires a current U.S. Government Secret clearance adjudicated within the past five years.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

RTOS DevelopmentEmbedded SoftwareCode ReadingSoftware Requirements VerificationHardware-Software IntegrationHardware-Software TroubleshootingUARTRS-232/422CANARINC 429Aerospace and Defense TechnologiesMIL-STD-1553System ArchitectureSoftware-Hardware IntegrationVerification and TestingTroubleshooting

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Engineering or Master's in Engineering2+ Years Software Engineering ExperienceSecret Security Clearance

Benefits

Relocation Assistance
Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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.

Northrop Grumman’s Defense System's , Advanced Weapons Division is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer-Level 2 , located in Northridge, CA . This role will be 100% on-site with no hybrid opportunities.

This person will support the Stand in Attack Weapon (SiAW) Program. As a member of the Software team, you’ll work in a fast-paced environment as a member of the Operational Flight Program Team. The candidate should possess Embedded Software Engineering discipline knowledge with strong software familiarity. The candidate will be responsible for developing, integrating, and testing software on lab assets.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for software implementation based on software level requirements and bugs.

  • Will work with System and Software engineers to develop software architecture models.

  • Support Verification and Validation of software product to ensure all integrated CSCIs function as intended.

  • Experience in embedded software including software implementation, software testing, and system integration. Experience developing in RTOS such as vxWorks.

Basic Qualifications Software Embedded Engineer (Level 2):

  • Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline and a minimum of two (2) years of software engineering experience with any exposure embedded systems; will consider Master of Science in an Engineering discipline with any exposure embedded systems.

  • Experience in developing RTOS such as vxWorks

  • Experience in Embedded Software, and ability to read code and verify the implementation per Software Requirements Specifications

  • Experience integrating embedded software systems with hardware, including troubleshooting and resolution of hardware/software interface issues.

  • Current US Government Secret security clearance, adjudicated within the past 5 years

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience developing and troubleshooting embedded communication interfaces and protocols such as UART, RS-232/422, CAN, ARINC 429, or similar standards

  • Experience in multiple aerospace and defense technologies (e.g., sensors, navigation aids, guidance electronics, controls, propulsion, structures, platforms).

  • Experience with MIL-STD-1553, including system architecture, software/hardware integration, verification, testing, and troubleshooting.

  • Living in Northridge offers a perfect combination of urban living with the beauty of nature. It is a short drive away from downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills, or the rest of the San Fernando Valley. Take advantage of your flexible work schedule to enjoy shopping at the local Northridge Fashion Center or spend time at the local Recreation Center as well as easy access to nearby protected natural areas such as the Chatsworth Reservoir, the Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park, Lake Balboa or within driving distance, spend a day at the beach or snow ski at our local mountains. With Cal State Northridge right in the heart of town, the area has an active college-town energy combined with family-friendly suburban charm. The stunning southern California climate makes for year-round easy living. With an average of 284 sunny days during the year, it is safe to say you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy your outdoor activities to the fullest.?

Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Job Category: Engineering

How this job compares

Set against the 1,235 open Embedded Software Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$92–138K/yr
  • California median$147–220K/yr315 salary ranges
  • US median$128–194K/yr886 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $115K, is 37% below the California median midpoint ($182K) — in the lowest quarter of Embedded Software Engineer salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 389 open Embedded Software Engineer jobs in California and 1,235 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Embedded Software Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 1,022 postings).
Education
583 of the 1,235 open Embedded Software Engineer jobs (47%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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