Northrop Grumman (DoD SkillBridge) - Software Engineer

Responsibilities for DoD SkillBridge Program participation are:
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman - DoD SkillBridge Program (DoD SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. Through this program, the service-member will work on site with their host company, gaining experience in an entry to mid-level career path. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.
Goals - Provide separating service-members with job skills training in a professional setting during the final phase of their military service. This program is specifically designed to offer hands-on experience that result in the potential to convert to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Participants will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.
Objectives - Service Members who complete the DoD SkillBridge program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission "Defining Possible" on Day 1. This program provides comprehensive hands-on experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.
Outcome - Offer service-members preparing for civilian careers a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.
DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:

Has served at least 180 days on active duty
Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
Will receive an honorable discharge
Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.
#MPR Before Applying IMPORTANT - Please download and complete the DoD SkillBridge Prescreen prior to applying to this position - DoD SkillBridge Prescreen Form
Upload this form, along with your resume, during the application process

Job Description:
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!
We are looking for you to join our team as a Software Engineer based out of Woodland Hills, CA. As a Software Engineer at Northrop Grumman, you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our Enterprise-wide digital transformation. Through the use of Model-based Engineering, DevSecOps and Agile practices we continue to evolve how we deliver critical national defense products and capabilities for the warfighter. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly and continuously drive innovation. The successful candidate will be collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & shared responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of innovation.
For this role, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Develop software utilizing C/C++ to modernize and productionize a research codebase
Develop software infrastructure to support CI/CD, software metrics collection, and MLOps
Implement software-systems, applications, and architectures that leverage techniques to support achieving increased modularity, scalability, and reliability, while also maintaining precision, accuracy, and speed to meet performance requirements
Ensure industry software engineering best practices and standards are applied and maintained
Work closely with Software Leads to understand program intent, system capabilities, and output requirements
Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 2+ years of relative experience; Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 0+ years of relative experience
Active Top Secret security clearance
Ability to meet customer-specific security screening requirements within a timeframe set forth by management
Willingness and ability to work onsite full-time
Experience working in C/C++
Proven ability to code new software and modify existing software to add new features
Ability to debug existing software and correct defects
Experience with open software/system architecture solutions
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
Experience with developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
Experience with Git-based or other software configuration management tools
Preferred Qualifications

Experience with containers (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with Linux operating systems
Experience with CUDA and GPUs
Experience with high performance numerical/scientific computing, parallel computing
Experience with developing for SWaP-constrained environments
Familiarity with signal-processing algorithms
Familiarity with Agile lifecycle process including Scrum and DevSecOps
This position is contingent upon clearance and special program access.
Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00The 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.

Client-provided location(s): Los Angeles, CA

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10218722

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-01-09T19:49:14