Sr. Principal Software Engineer (AHT)
About The Position
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 (NGDS) is looking for a Senior Principal Software Engineer based in Huntsville, AL. Our Team supports, integrates, develops, and advances multiple software and network products under the the long standing Tactical Ground Equipment (TGE) Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS) Base Operations Networks (BONES) program. As part of the TGE C-UAS BONES Engineering Team the applicant will be responsible for advanced development of Java based code sets and applications. In addition an expert level experience with C++ code and Shell scripting is needed to support existing fielded software products.
Requirements
- BS or higher degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) or related field with 8+ years of experience
- Active DoD Secret Clearance
- Java, C++, and Shell scripting experience
- Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following tools: GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, other software management tools, Jira and Confluence
- Experience with Linux operating systems
- Ability to work on-site in Huntsville, AL
Nice To Haves
- Advanced proficiency in C++, Java, and Shell
- Advanced knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration and internals
- Experience building and maintaining custom RHEL images, including kernel configuration, RPM packaging, and repository management
- Hands‑on expertise with initramfs, dracut, and related boot‑time tooling for partially volatile Linux environments
- Experience defining high‑level system components, APIs, data models, and deployment topologies
- Ability to lead technical discussions, produce concise design documents, and present roadmaps
- Proven ability to architect new software solutions and refactor/modernize existing systems
- Prior experience in open‑source projects, publications, patents, or speaking engagements
Responsibilities
- Responsible for in-depth analysis, support, design, testing, and user support of systems software, including problem resolution and integration
- Maintain current baseline, debugs, and configures related software products
- Work from specifications to develop or modify operating system applications
- Assist with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation of programs
- Work with other system support groups to solve issues, set standards, and boost OS efficiency
- Design, codes, tests, and implements tools for operations automation
- Work on most phases of software systems programming applications, and may require minor instruction and guidance in other phases
- All work must be performed on-site in Huntsville, AL
Benefits
- Relocation assistance may be available
- health insurance coverage
- life and disability insurance
- savings plan
- Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
- overtime
- shift differential
- discretionary bonus
- Annual bonuses
- Long Term Incentives (for VP or Director positions)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
