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Northrop Grumman Space Systems is searching for an experienced Principal "Software" Engineer to join the Guidance Navigation & Control Team within Launch Vehicles business unit located in Chandler, AZ.

Designs, develops, implements, verifies and tests algorithms and software and simulation tools to perform guidance, navigation and control of spacecraft, missiles, launch vehicles and upper stages during powered and coast phases of launch, flight, earth orbit, interplanetary cruise and orbital insertion, as well as during staging events. Navigation functions include the statistical processing of measured data points and their substitution into algorithms simulating physical reality. Guidance functions include the formulation of specific equations to achieve a desired position, orientation or orbit in space. Control design and analyses processes consist of the development of the control laws and hardware and software requirements for aircraft, launch vehicles and/or spacecraft.



Qualifications:




Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering
Minimum of 5 years software development experience OR 3 years with a Master's Degree
Programming experience in C++ and Python
Experience using Linux operating systems
Ability Troubleshooting and debugging software & hardware
Work effectively in a small team. Willing to take on challenges and take initiative to resolve issues.
Communicate technical information and issues with teammates, managers, and customers

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated Agile and DevOps principles
Experience using JIRA, GIT/Bitbucket
Ability to work extended hours
Active Secret clearance

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