Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer 4 (AHT)

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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.

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.

Northrop Grumman is currently looking for an experienced **Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer 4** with a strong background in **C++** .

This position will be located in Northridge, CA.

**Job Responsibilities:**

The successful candidate will primarily assist with developing and updating our C++ based simulations of the AARGM family of missiles and integrating these missiles into a system of simulations.

The candidate must also be able to use our simulations to support live fire testing and to assist with verifying the weapon system with our simulations.

The candidate will be participating in a fundamental overhaul of much of our simulation infrastructure, and in fundamental changes to how we use our simulations within our organization.

Our modeling and simulation team is a multidisciplinary team in which each member may have opportunities to work in software development, systems engineering, model and algorithm development, and various types of analysis.

The group is an excellent place for engineers interested in gaining a broad understanding of a missile system.

**Basic Qualifications for a Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer 4:**

+ BS degree in software engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, systems engineering, or a related field is required with 8 years of experience or an MS degree in areas above with 4 years of experience is required.
+ Previous experience, and proficiency in developing medium to large **C++** cross platform desktop applications.
+ Knowledgeable in object-oriented design principles, with experience using multiple software design patterns.
+ Understanding of distributed computing (Client-Server architecture, n-tier architecture, peer-to-peer architecture).
+ Some experience with 6-DOF simulations or related simulations, or guidance, navigation and control algorithms for airborne platforms.
+ Demonstrated ability to find innovative solutions to difficult technical problems.
+ Sufficient background in physics to understand the basics of flight dynamics and sensors.

Prefer specific experience in guidance, navigation and control.
+ Significant experience with either SciPy Python tools or MATLAB.
+ Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret security clearance and SAP clearable

**Preferred Qualifications:**

+ Some experience in technical leadership is strongly desired.
+ understanding of compilers, linkers and OS, Windows/Linux.
+ Comfortable using GIT as a configuration management system.
+ Familiar with make files or CMAKE.
+ Familiar with Distributed Simulation Systems protocols such as DIS or HLA.
+ General mathematical background in linear algebra and differential equations.
+ Experience using simulations to verify weapon systems.
+ Experience in estimating/planning budget and schedule, and in tracking to that plan.

Specific experience in doing so via an agile paradigm is strongly preferred.
+ Experience with SysML, preferably with CAMEO
+ AJEM or other lethality modeling tools
+ AFSIM
+ Active 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.

For more information, please click on this link below:

Northrop Grumman in Northridge-California - Northrop Grumman

Primary Level Salary Range: $137,400.00 - $206,000.00

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.

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