2027 Associate Software Engineer - Azusa CA
Northrop Grumman3 days ago
Azusa, CA, USAEntry Level
Base Salary
$76k - $114k/yr
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, document, test, integrate, and debug software across multidisciplinary teams.
- Develop software primarily using C++ object-oriented programming, while maintaining software standards.
- Determine and develop technical solutions to complex problems under general direction.
- Support programs involving missile defense, space control, cyber defense, sensor tracking, data fusion, mission planning, simulation, and edge processing.
- Collaborate with diverse teams and continue developing software and engineering expertise.
Requirements
- Be completing or have completed a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in computer science, software engineering, or a related STEM field.
- Have knowledge of one or more of Java, C++, Python, or C#.
- Have familiarity with software development lifecycle concepts, debugging, testing, and version control.
- Be able to obtain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
- Be able to obtain Special Access Program eligibility within a reasonable period determined by the company.
- Preferred qualifications include a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00/4.0.
- Preferred qualifications include exposure to Agile or Scrum, unit testing, code reviews, operating systems, networking, databases, cloud platforms, DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, automation tools, data structures, algorithms, object-oriented design, Git, web development, embedded systems, cybersecurity, AI/ML, or distributed systems.
- Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, self-motivation, and proactive working skills are preferred.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance may be available.
- Benefits include healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a 401(k) matching program.
- The role offers learning and development opportunities, exposure to varied projects and customers, and a collaborative workplace.
- The position is located in Azusa, California, requires 10% travel, and requires a Secret clearance at start.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman designs and manufactures aircraft, spacecraft, missile defense, C4ISR, and cyber systems for the U.S. government, NASA, and allied nations. The company operates primarily through long-term defense and space contracts, delivering products and services spanning autonomous systems, sensors, software, and sustainment. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, it is a public company listed on the NYSE (ticker: NOC).