2027 Associate Software Engineer, Azusa CA
Northrop Grumman
Azusa, CAFresher3h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- Machine learningC++PythonJavaAgileUnit testing
- Work
- On-site in Azusa
- Pay
- $76.2K–$114.4K a year
- Skill demand
- Python61%Java47%C++22%Machine learning17%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Oct 29, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Northrop Grumman is seeking Software Engineers for their Space sector in Azusa, CA. This position is part of the Advanced Mission And Space Processing Operating Unit (AMSP), which focuses on areas such as protecting warfighters, space control, cyber defense, Space & Multi-INT data fusion, Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning, wargames development, and Edge Processing.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the design, development, documentation, testing, integration, and debugging of software.
- Write software in various computer languages, with an emphasis on C++ OO.
- Ensure software standards are met.
- Collaborate with diverse teams in a dynamic environment.
- Determine and develop technical solutions to complex problems.
- Engage in continual skill development and knowledge expansion.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- C++ OO (emphasis)
- Knowledge of one or more programming languages: Java, C++, Python, or C#
- Familiarity with software development lifecycle, debugging, testing, and version control.
- Proficiency in software development.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under general direction and refine task details independently.
- U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite for obtaining a U.S. Government security clearance.
Qualifications
- Completing or has completed a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Major in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM field.
- Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance.
- Ability to obtain Special Access Program clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher.
- Exposure to Agile or Scrum development practices.
- Experience with unit testing, debugging, and code reviews.
- Knowledge of operating systems, networking, databases, or cloud platforms.
- Experience with DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, or automation tools.
- Familiarity with data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design.
- Experience with Git or other version control systems.
- Coursework or project experience in areas like web development, embedded systems, cybersecurity, AI/ML, or distributed systems.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Salary Range: $76,200 - $114,400
Clearance Required: Yes (Secret)
Travel: 10% of the time
Relocation assistance may be available.
Schedule: 9/80