Embedded Software​/Firmware Engineer Level 6; AHT - R10218023

Overview

Embedded Software / Firmware Engineer Level 6 (AHT) - R at Northrop Grumman. Active clearance is required to start this role. Location options:
Northridge, CA;
Tucson, AZ; or Linthicum, MD. Telework is not available. Travel: 25% of the time. Relocation assistance may be available.

• Provide analysis, development, implementation, and security assessments of embedded systems to ensure compliance with NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF Knowledge Service guidance
• Analyze customer concepts of operations, employment, and cybersecurity/anti-tamper requirements to propose, design, develop, and implement security/protection controls
• Define system architectures that are resistant to tampering and cyber-attacks
• Support system requirements development by following standard processes for assessing, implementing, and verifying security requirements
• Interface with inter-organizational management and external customers to communicate technical briefings and program status
• Participate in the development of training plans to grow the team

• B.S. degree in an engineering/computer science discipline with a minimum of 14 years of related experience (or M.S. with 12 years, or PhD with 10 years) in Digital Design, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering or Embedded Software Engineering
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience designing, developing and implementing FPGA solutions as a Security Controller (Root of Security / Root of Trust) for embedded weapons systems
• Demonstrated expertise with firmware and software requirements derivation for security applications
• Demonstrated expertise with designing and implementing firmware (VHDL or Verilog) and software (C, C++) solutions for security applications
• Expertise in FPGA families:
  Xilinx, Micro Semi, and Intel
• Knowledgeable in current cryptographic algorithms used for encryption/decryption, digital signatures, and hashes and how to apply them in security solutions
• Understanding of cryptographic-based vulnerabilities
• U.S. Citizenship and active secret DoD clearance required with ability to obtain higher SAP clearance

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technical field
• Experience in software assurance activities per applicable guidance
• Experience in writing Verification & Validation (V&V) Test Plans and Procedures
• Experience participating in V&V events with ATET
• Experience working in SAP areas

Primary Level Salary Range: $ - $. The salary range is a general guideline; base offers depend on scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Eligible for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company-paid holidays and PTO.

The application period for the job posting is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date. This timeline may be shortened or extended based on business needs and candidate availability.

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  U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.