[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Northrop Grumman jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Northrop Grumman · United States-Alabama-Huntsville # Embedded Software Engineer - Level 4 - Space AHT United States-Alabama-Huntsville Full-time $135,800.00 - $203,600.00 Software Engineering Listed on Northrop Grumman’s official careers site. Posted September 30, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Alabama-Huntsville/Embedded-Software-Engineer---Level-4---Space-AHT_R10253736) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Northrop Grumman](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/) / Embedded Software Engineer - Level 4 - Space AHT ## Job description ### RELOCATION ASSISTANCE Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes 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. 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. Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career opportunity for Embedded Software Engineers to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be in Huntsville, AL. ### Position Overview The selected Engineer will support the Ground Weapons System (GWS) program as an individual contributor responsible for providing technical contributions and guidance to software products that directly support the design and development of the GWS capability on behalf of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). This requisition may be filled at multiple grade levels based on qualifications (All levels). ### Basic Qualifications STEM B.S. Degree (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university with 8 years of relevant experience; M.S. with 6 years of relevant experience or PhD with 4 years of experience. Applicants must have a current active in-scope US Government issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start Experience with the Atlassian tool suite and software version control tools such as Git and Bitbucket Experience working in a DevOps environment The ability to neutrally assess and decompose open-ended technical problems into action plans with defined success criteria Experience developing modeling and simulation software or debugging complex software systems Experience with languages such as Python, MATLAB, C++, ADA, or JAVA (C++ experience is a must) Experience working with Object Oriented Design, SOLID design principles, or software design patterns Must be able to support an in-person / closed-area work environment ​ Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting missile defense programs such as GWS Experience performing root cause analysis (on software systems) or forensic software analysis Active Security+ certification This requisition is eligible for ERAP in accordance with the Space ERAP criteria - Space Employee Referral Award Program (ERAP) #HSVSpace [https://jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers?query=HSVSpace](https://jobs.northropgrumman.com/careers?query=HSVSpace) Primary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00 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](http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO). U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 30, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 18 days - Location: United States-Alabama-Huntsville - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00[Apply on Northrop Grumman’s careers site →](https://ngc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Northrop_Grumman_External_Site/job/United-States-Alabama-Huntsville/Embedded-Software-Engineer---Level-4---Space-AHT_R10253736) ## More jobs at Northrop Grumman ### [Associate Software Engineer / Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/98a259fc73f956072f8b/) United States-Alabama-Huntsville ### [Manager Software Engineering 2](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/086f35ab9a015913b57d/) United States-Alabama-Huntsville ### [Principal / Sr. Principal Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/b8421187b9be6072412d/) United States-Alabama-Huntsville ### [Principal Software Engineer (BM/SRM) (26-464) Space AHT](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/e6809e797489486d0dab/) United States-Alabama-Huntsville ### [Principal Software Engineer – SW CI/CD Engr (26-425) Space AHT](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/953b8436df73cfd4e81c/) United States-Alabama-Huntsville ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Space Systems Test Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/bcd5b68c18e5cf529cfb/) Lockheed Martin · Littleton, CO ### [Space Test Software Engineer E4](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/7048a927c9b65cbc7e86/) Lockheed Martin · Sunnyvale, CA ### [Software Engineer II – Embedded Software](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/9325424177b18e460029/) BAE Systems · Merrimack, New Hampshire, United States ### [Senior Software Engineer - Space Applications - Sign-on Bonus](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/1a88ae0b3560e7079e30/) BAE Systems · Merrimack, New Hampshire, United States ### [Junior Embedded Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/892055183781c24ce545/) General Dynamics · Dedham, MA, US OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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