RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

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 is looking for a Staff Embedded Software RF Digital Engineer specializing in VxWorks and Xilinx BSPs to develop and maintain the software layer that bridges the VxWorks real-time operating system (RTOS) with Xilinx hardware platforms.

This position will be located at our Northridge, CA. location.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write and maintain the BSP, which is the software layer that allows VxWorks 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 VxWorks RTOS on the Xilinx platform, ensuring it meets performance, security, and reliability requirements.

• Optimize VxWorks for specific applications and hardware configurations.

• Troubleshoot and debug issues related to VxWorks and the BSP.

• Develop and integrate applications that run on the VxWorks 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. 

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In summary, as an embedded software engineer specializing in VxWorks and Xilinx BSPs, you'll be a key player in bringing embedded systems to life, ensuring they perform reliably and efficiently on Xilinx hardware platforms. 

Required Qualifications:

• You'll need a solid foundation in C/C++ for developing device drivers and applications. 

• Experience with embedded systems development, RTOS, and hardware-software interaction is crucial. 

• Familiarity with the VxWorks RTOS, its architecture, and development tools is essential. 

• Understanding of Xilinx hardware platforms (e.g., Zynq, Zynq UltraScale+) and their peripherals is necessary. 

• A good understanding of operating system concepts, including real-time operating systems, is important. 

• Experience in developing and debugging device drivers for various peripherals is a must. 

• Strong skills in testing, debugging, and troubleshooting embedded systems are essential. 

• The ability to effectively communicate with other engineers and stakeholders is important. 

• Experience with lab instruments such as noise and signal generators; logic, spectrum, and network analyzers; and power sources and switches

• Experience with hardware validation and verification of RF, digital or mixed signal devices

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM degree with 12+ years of software development experience, OR Master’s Degree with 10+ years of experience, OR Ph.D. with 8+years of experience

• Strong proficiency in C or C++ programming

• Experience executing in a RTOS environment (i.e., RT-Linux, FreeRTOS, VxWorks, GH Integrity)

• Experience and demonstrated ability to lead, manage, mentor a small technical team

• Candidate must have DoD Secret and/or Top Secret security clearance.

*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. 

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Northrop Grumman in Northridge-California - Northrop Grumman

Salary Range: $171,000.00 - $256,400.00

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.