Principal Engineer Software (AHT) at Northrop Grumman | Fairborn, United States
Company/Recruiter: Northrop Grumman
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Opportunity type
Job
Location
United States of America, Ohio, Fairborn
Work arrangement
Location-based; remote work not stated
Compensation
$103,600–155,400/year
Employer
Northrop Grumman
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Role shape: Responsibility-led role with a detailed skills profile.
Evidence to prepare: Connect your CV or portfolio to Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field; Active SCI security clearance (required for start). Use one concrete example that shows you can Lead software architecture and design initiatives for complex defense systems.
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Job Overview
As Principal Engineer Software, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of sophisticated software systems for aerospace and defense applications. This position requires active participation in technical teams while maintaining security clearance protocols. You will be based at Wright-Patterson AFB and may travel up to 10% of the time for project requirements and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead software architecture and design initiatives for complex defense systems
- Mentor and guide engineering teams on best practices and technical standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system integration and testing
- Ensure compliance with security and quality assurance requirements
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement in software development processes
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
- Active SCI security clearance (required for start)
- Minimum 10+ years of software engineering experience
- Expert-level proficiency in software architecture and design patterns
- Strong leadership and communication skills
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- Professional development and advancement opportunities
- Access to cutting-edge technology and engineering resources
- Collaborative work environment with industry-leading professionals
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