Northrop Grumman Australia · 9 hours ago
Principal / Sr. Principal Software Simulation Engineer
United States-Virginia-Dulles
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$142K/yr - $213K/yr
5+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements, seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Software Simulation Engineer to join their Space Systems organization in Dulles, VA. The role involves developing spacecraft simulation software, establishing simulation requirements, and working collaboratively across engineering disciplines to integrate and validate space vehicle models.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Establish simulation requirements
Plan, organize and be involved in the full software lifecycle to develop spacecraft simulation software using modern tools and software best practices
Develop spacecraft component models from hardware documentation to support modeling and simulation activities across multiple projects
Work with other engineering disciplines to integrate and validate space vehicle models and simulations
Develop new and/or integrate existing system simulation frameworks
Support simulated real-time operations, operational analysis and mission effectiveness analysis
Develop and integrate advanced graphical user interfaces and visualization tools
Model Thermosphere and Exosphere environments
Performs trade studies via computer simulation and recommend alternative architectures
Prepare design documentation, analysis, test results and presentation materials for internal and external customers
Work in an innovative environment across diverse assignments and in collaborative team settings across all levels
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience, Master's degree and 3 years of experience, or PhD in Software/Electrical/Computer/Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or closely related field
Current and active Top Secret/SCI clearance at time of application
U.S. citizen
Advanced programming proficiency with: C/C++, Python
Advanced programming proficiency with Matlab/Simulink, Windows/Linux scripting
Solid communication and teamwork skills
Understanding of waterfall, spiral and/or Agile software development processes and continuous development / continuous integration practices
Ability to use software revision control tools such as Subversion and/or Git
Ability to clearly document technical and programmatic status to management
Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience, Master's degree and 6 years of experience, or PhD and 4 years of experience, in Software/Electrical/Computer/Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or related field
Current and active Top Secret/SCI clearance at time of application
U.S. citizen
Diverse 3D graphics development, using OpenSceneGraph, OpenGL or similar
Advanced programming experience with: C/C++, Python
Diverse programming proficiency: Matlab/Simulink, Windows/Linux scripting
Solid communication and teamwork skills
Understanding of waterfall, spiral and/or Agile software development processes and continuous development / continuous integration practice
Ability to use software revision control tools such as Subversion and/or Git
Ability to clearly document technical and programmatic status to management
Preferred
System knowledge in one or more of the following domains: Spacecraft Command & Control, Mission Planning, Space Situational Awareness
Ability to develop and use simulation models of sensors, actuators and space environments to demonstrate closed-loop spacecraft system performance and general integration and test of aerospace systems
Understanding of Jenkins, Jira (Agile, Scrum and Kanban), Bitbucket and related DevSecOps tools
Hardware interfacing, integration and test and controls experience
Understanding of common embedded system tools, real-time operating systems and avionics integration and test practices
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management
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 Australia
Northrop Grumman Australia is the Australia-based arm of Northrop Grumman Corporation and committed to generating long-term prosperity, investing in advanced Research & Development, sovereign and exportable Intellectual Property, high-quality jobs and long-term technology leadership across the Commonwealth.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase