Engineer Software 3

Engineer Software 3
Active Secret Clearance required to start
Location: Rolling Meadows, IL (Onsite)
Pay: $164/hr W2 OR $194.50/hr 1099
Contract: 12 months to start

Overview
Northrop Grumman is seeking an Engineer Software 3 to support the Radio Frequency (RF) Business Unit in Rolling Meadows, IL. This role will contribute to the development of mission-critical software supporting national defense programs while working within an Agile software engineering environment focused on innovation, automation, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will have strong C++ development experience, GUI development expertise, and experience supporting the full software development lifecycle from requirements through integration and deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, integrate, and maintain software applications supporting RF systems and engineering programs
• Develop object-oriented software solutions using C++
• Create and maintain graphical user interfaces (GUIs)
• Support software architecture, design patterns, and object-oriented design initiatives
• Develop and maintain applications utilizing relational databases and SQL
• Support software running on Windows operating systems
• Participate in full software development lifecycle activities including requirements, design, coding, testing, and integration
• Collaborate with customers, users, engineers, and technical teams to deliver software solutions
• Utilize Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies to support project execution
• Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting, debugging, and system integration efforts

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline with 5+ years of experience, or Master's degree with 3+ years of experience (additional experience may substitute for degree requirements)
• Strong object-oriented programming experience using C++
• Experience developing Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs)
• Familiarity with software architecture, design patterns, and object-oriented design principles
• Experience working with relational databases and SQL
• Experience developing applications for Windows operating systems
• Familiarity with Agile and/or Waterfall development methodologies
• Experience with source control and collaboration tools such as Git, GitLab, GitHub, Bitbucket, ClearCase, Jira, or Rally
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Active Secret Clearance required to start

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with modern C++ (C++11 or newer)
• Experience with Python, Bash, Batch, or other scripting languages
• Experience testing, debugging, and integrating software on target hardware platforms
• Experience with Qt framework development
• Experience with DOORS requirements management
• Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills

Additional Notes

• Opportunity to support advanced RF and defense technologies
• Agile development environment with strong focus on collaboration and innovation
• Active Secret Clearance required at start
• Long-term engagement supporting mission-critical national defense programs

Join the TASC Technical Services team, with 30 years of excellence in the staffing industry! We offer competitive benefits including health care plans, a 401k plan with company match, and a weekly paycheck with direct deposit. Additionally, we follow all state and federal guidelines for compensated time off. TASC Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.