Northrop Grumman · 3 hours ago
RTOS Embedded Software Engineer 5 - R10208536
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$148K/yr - $256K/yr
8+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading technology company with a rich history of innovation. They are seeking an RTOS Embedded Software Engineer 5 to develop and maintain software that bridges Real-Time Operating Systems with Xilinx hardware platforms, ensuring high performance and reliability. The role involves writing and maintaining board support packages, troubleshooting, and collaborating with hardware engineers.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Marcelo Arganaraz 🛡️🚀
Responsibilities
Write and maintain the BSP, which is the software layer that allows RTOS to interact with the specific Xilinx hardware (e.g., Zynq, Zynq UltraScale+)
This includes device driver development for peripherals like UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, etc
Ensure the BSP is robust, reliable, and optimized for the target hardware
Thoroughly test and validate the RTOS on the Xilinx platform, ensuring it meets performance, security, and reliability requirements
Optimize RTOS for specific applications and hardware configurations
Troubleshoot and debug issues related to RTOS and the BSP
Develop and integrate applications that run on the RTOS on the Xilinx platform (This may include tasks such as data acquisition, control algorithms, and communication protocols)
Work closely with hardware engineers, software architects, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and communication
Document the BSP and application code thoroughly
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM degree with 12+ years of embedded software experience, OR Master's Degree with 10+ years of embedded software, OR Ph.D. with 8+years of embedded software experience
Experience executing in a RTOS environment in one or more of the following: RT-Linux, FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or GH Integrity
Experience with RTOS at the board support package/OS level within the Xilinx platform
Ability to obtain U.S. Government Secret security clearance for which US Citizenship is a prerequisite
Preferred
Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Design and hardware/software integration
Understanding of Xilinx hardware platforms (e.g., Zynq, Zynq UltraScale+) and their peripherals is necessary
Strong proficiency in C/C++ with RTOS
Strong skills in testing, debugging, and troubleshooting embedded systems are essential
Experience and demonstrated ability to lead, manage, mentor a small technical team
Experience with hardware validation and verification of RF, digital or mixed signal devices
Experience with lab instruments such as noise and signal generators; logic, spectrum, and network analyzers; and power sources and switches
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
Leadership Team
Kenneth Crews
Corporate Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Elizabeth Pitts-Madonna
VP, Talent, Northrop Grumman Corporation
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