
Principal Software Engineer
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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 β 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 Space Systems is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join our team supporting the Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC) Program. This role will be a critical member of the Software deployment team that will be responsible for deploying, debugging, and implementing corrective actions to ensure a stable and operable DARC system.
The core DARC SW development team is headquartered out of Colorado Springs but may require occasional travel to Eglin AFB or DARC site 1 located in Australia.
Job responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
Develop new SW features in C++ or Java
Install and deploy DARC SW on the DARC System.
Document and report back on problem or deficiency reports.
Collaborate with the SW team to effectively troubleshoot, and debug SW identified SW issues.
Support ongoing SW development and feature integration for future DARC SW releases.
Basic Qualifications:
Active DoD Secret clearance at the time of application
5 years with a Bachelors in Science, 3 years with a Masters in Science degree, and 1 years with the PHD
Development Experience in C++, Java & Javascript
Ability to work with MATLAB
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Must have Security+ (SEC+) Certification
Expert in debugging
Familiarity with Linux, RedHat and Windows
Familiar with Agile principles and use of JIRA and Confluence
Ability to travel 10%
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Digital Signal Processing
Experience with Rada Signal Processing
Recent experience with OCONUS deployments and working onsite as part of a large integrated team
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Job Details
- Category
- Software
- Employment Type
- Full time
- Location
- 2300 Northrop Grumman Way, Colorado Springs, CO 80919, US
- Posted
- Dec 16, 2025, 07:00 PM
- Listed
- Jan 5, 2026, 12:35 AM
- Last updated
- Jan 8, 2026, 09:10 AM
- Compensation
- $114,000 - $171,000 per year
About Northrop Grumman
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