Senior Principal Engineer Software - Integration and Test (San Diego CA)

Facilitate collaboration with software developers, system engineers, hardware engineers, and integration/test engineers to diagnose and identify the root cause of problems found during software installation, integration, acceptance test, and operational events.
Using in-depth knowledge of the system directs development of workable interim solutions to provide a capable system while software or hardware changes are being implemented allowing testing and operational events to proceed.
Develop and execute software installation, integration, and acceptance test procedures.
Utilize familiarity of the full development life-cycle processes that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
Develop clear and concise detailed technical documentation.
Submit detailed problem reports for errors found.
The role will be a hybrid of significantly diverse assignments in a collaborative/team setting across all levels.
The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility. There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position. An occasional travel requirement up to 10% may be needed.
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 8 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 4 years of related engineering experience.
Experience with the full SW Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Experience in integration and testing of software and hardware components in unix and windows environments.
Ability to execute installation, integration, and acceptance testing.
Candidate must be able to obtain a Security+ certification within 6 months from start of employment.
Active DoD Top Secret SCI Security Clearance (with a background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs. (Of note: SAP/PAR will be upgraded once selected candidate is in role. Therefore, candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain upgraded SAP/PAR.)
Preferred Qualifications:

Current applicable SAP access
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
Excellent 2-way communication skills (upward and downward).
Familiarity with software network interfaces.
Experience in automation of installation, configuration, and test.
Experience in Agile methodologies. Agile Systems Engineering Experience.
Demonstrated communication and technical writing skills.
Experience with Confluence and JIRA.
Security+ certification
Experience with scripting languages (developing, debugging, and maintaining.
Primary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00The 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.

Client-provided location(s): San Diego, CA

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10222095

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-02-19T19:51:00