Principal/Sr Principal Software Engineer Engagement Ops
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Salary$109k – $204k
LocationUnited States-Alabama-Huntsville
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience5+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 26, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live2d ago
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Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and at least 5 years of relevant experience (Principal); 8 years (Senior Principal)
Active Secret Clearance
Strong object-oriented software development experience in Java and C++
Proficiency in Linux-based development and runtime environments, including scripting with Bash and Python
Experience with modern configuration management and source control tools (e.g., Git, GitLab)
Experience with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines to build, integrate, test, and deliver software
Experience with Agile development using SAFe and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence)
Experience supporting real-time or distributed systems using RTI/DDS publish/subscribe middleware
Experience with tactical data links and external interfaces such as MIL-STD-6016 (Link 16), Blue Force Tracker (BFT), IBS, ADS-B, or similar systems
Track management experience, including sensors, composite tracks, IFF devices, and Combat Identification
Experience with U.S. Army systems such as PATRIOT, LTAMDS, SENTINEL A3/A4, IFF devices, and M-SHORAD, including engagement planning and execution (PAC-2/PAC-3, AIM-9X) and indirect fires
Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), including Cameo or similar tools
Experience with Jenkins or similar CI/CD pipelines
CompTIA Security+
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions
Skills
Java
C++
Linux
Bash
Python
Git
GitLab
DevSecOps
CI/CD
SAFe
Jira
Confluence
RTI/DDS
MIL-STD-6016
Blue Force Tracker
Cameo
Jenkins
Benefits
Health insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Paid holidays
Paid time off
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
About the company
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.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking Software Engineers to join the Global C2 Solutions Business Unit in Huntsville, Alabama. You will help design, develop, integrate, test, and sustain mission‑critical command and control (C2) software used by our warfighters and customers around the world.
In this role, you will support the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) program on Agile Software Teams, working closely with software, systems, hardware and IT engineers to build robust, secure, and scalable software solutions that address complex logical and mathematical challenges in support of Global C2 missions.
This position is ideal for engineers who enjoy hands‑on development, solving complex technical problems, and collaborating in a highly integrated, Agile environment.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions
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Design, develop, document, test, and debug applications and software systems that implement logical and mathematical solutions for Global C2 missions.
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Work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels of the organization.
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Participate on Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Scrum teams to develop and maintain software products across multiple software baselines.
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Provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex and difficult problems that are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and aligned with program objectives.
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Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability; be willing to learn new technologies and operate outside of your comfort zone as mission and program needs evolve.
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Perform software development and upgrades in multiple programming languages/versions while minimizing changes to the operational behavior of tactical software.
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Support testing activities including unit and functional testing, code coverage analysis, and static code analysis.
Basic Qualifications
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Principal Software Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and at least 5 years of relevant experience; 3 years with a Master’s; 1 year with a PhD.
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Senior Principal Software Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and at least 8 years of relevant experience; 6 years with a Master’s; 4 years with a PhD.
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Active Secret Clearance.
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Strong object-oriented software development experience in Java and C++.
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Proficiency in Linux-based development and runtime environments, including scripting with Bash and Python.
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Experience with modern configuration management and source control tools (e.g., Git, GitLab).
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Experience with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines to build, integrate, test, and deliver software.
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Experience with Agile development using SAFe and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).
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Experience supporting real-time or distributed systems using RTI/DDS publish/subscribe middleware.
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Experience with tactical data links and external interfaces such as MIL-STD-6016 (Link 16), Blue Force Tracker (BFT), IBS, ADS-B, or similar systems.
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Track management experience, including sensors, composite tracks, IFF devices, and Combat Identification.
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Experience with U.S. Army systems such as PATRIOT, LTAMDS, SENTINEL A3/A4, IFF devices, and M-SHORAD, including engagement planning and execution (PAC-2/PAC-3, AIM-9X) and indirect fires.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), including Cameo or similar tools.
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Experience with Jenkins or similar CI/CD pipelines.
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CompTIA Security+
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Benefits
Primary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00The 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.