Posted:
10/3/2025, 2:37:56 AM
Location(s):
Utah, United States ⋅ Roy, Utah, United States
Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Software Engineering
Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking Sr Principal Software Engineer – 14947. This position will be located in Roy, Utah and will support the Sentinel program.
Basic Qualifications:
- 08 Years with Bachelor’s in related field of study, 06 Years with Masters, 04 Years with PhD or 04 additional years in lieu of a degree.
- US Citizenship with Active DoD Secret clearance with a reinvestigation date occurring in the last 6 years.
- Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
- Ability to team plan, execute, and manage the technical scope, and support leadership planning.
- Experience with Agile and working in a cross-function Scrum team.
- Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite including Jira and Confluence
- Working knowledge of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design Principals
- Experience programming in scripting languages (Python, JavaScript).
- Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) languages (SysML/UML) and concepts
- Experience with full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
- Experience with Software CDRL development
- Familiar with Software Development Plans
- Ability to evaluate risks and tradeoffs and present solution options to management
- Familiar with Software Engineering processes
- Experience demonstrating excellent technical leadership, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills, effectively engaging with various stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
- Proficient with DOORS, Cameo with the ability to write and decompose system requirements
- Experience with UI design and development, or experience Interpreting complex algorithms and requirements for implementation
- Familiar with Systems Engineering processes
- Ability to provide and implement solutions to advanced problems which require ingenuity and innovation
- Capable of working with minimal direction, independently determines and develops technical objectives of assignments, and presents work upon completion for high level review
Primary Level Salary Range: $118,600.00 - $178,000.00The 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.Website: https://northropgrumman.com/
Headquarter Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1994
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Data Integration ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Remote Sensing ⋅ Security ⋅ Software