Ground Software Integration Engineer (Level 3 or 4) - AHT
About The Position
Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking a Ground Software Integration Engineer (Level 3 or 4) to join our team of highly qualified, diverse professionals within the Western Region Software Engineering Directorate. This position is located onsite in Redondo Beach, CA. Please be aware that this position will be contingent upon obtaining and maintaining customer and/or business funding. The Western Region Software Engineering organization comprises over 800 skilled professionals—including Software Engineers, DevOps Engineers, Database Administrators, and Network Engineers—at every career stage, from early‑career engineers to senior chief engineers and architects. The organization supports numerous programs and offers ample opportunities for advancement into higher‑level technical roles or leadership positions. Our culture promotes cross‑program collaboration, continuous professional development, and a strong sense of community.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 5+ years of relevant software engineering experience or Master’s degree in a STEM discipline with 3+ years of stated experience or Ph.D. in a STEM discipline with 1+ years of stated experience (for Level 3).
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 8+ years of relevant software engineering experience or Master’s degree in a STEM discipline with 6+ years of stated experience or Ph.D. in a STEM discipline with 4+ years of stated experience (for Level 4).
- Active DoD Secret clearance at the time of application.
- Experience with ground system interfaces and integration (preferably with GEPs, Telemetry, Tracking, & Command (TT&C), SATCOM, or other ground communication assets).
- Demonstrated experience developing, interpreting, or maintaining Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
- Strong understanding of network protocols, data formats, and ground communications architectures.
- Experience coordinating technical requirements and issue resolution with external service providers or vendors.
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience integrating with commercial GEP service providers or equivalent commercial ground stations.
- Familiarity with automated ground contact scheduling, data routing, and mission data flows.
- Experience with secure data exchange (encryption, IPsec, cross-domain/data diode integration).
- Strong knowledge of protocol standards (CCSDS, SLE, TCP/IP, Ka/S-band satellite comms).
- Experience with mission operations tools, network planning, or orchestration software.
- Ability to support ICD update cycles, participate in technical interchange meetings (TIMs), and drive interface verification/test campaigns.
Responsibilities
- Leading and supporting Ground Entry Point (GEP) services integration, developing and managing Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and acting as the primary technical interface with commercial GEP providers.
- Ensuring seamless interoperability for mission operations, ground communications, and secure data flows.
- Applying strong problem‑solving skills to quickly understand and address complex technical concepts.
- Preparing charts, presenting data, and providing recommendations to internal teams, program leadership, and external customers, demonstrating excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Managing tasking and mentoring team members across multiple program schedules with tight deadlines.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance may be available
- health insurance coverage
- life and disability insurance
- savings plan
- Company paid holidays
- paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
- overtime
- shift differential
- discretionary bonus
- Annual bonuses
- Long Term Incentives (for VP or Director positions)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
