Principal Software Engineer SNC • Southern Pines, North Carolina •

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Posted 06/2026 Job Description Job Summary Do you enjoy developing new products and services? Join us! Our Software Engineers work in an agile, collective environment. As a Principal Software Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and strategic direction for the development and optimization of advanced software systems for aerospace applications. You will lead major projects, mentor engineering teams, and drive innovation to achieve superior software performance. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

Provide technical leadership and direction for the development of advanced software systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software meets performance, quality, and regulatory standards. Lead the creation and maintenance of detailed software documentation, including design specifications and user manuals. Mentor and guide engineering teams on technical best practices and innovation. Conduct high-level code reviews and provide strategic feedback. Define and implement software requirements and specifications in collaboration with stakeholders. Drive major continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software performance and reliability. Represent the software engineering function in high-level strategic meetings and decision-making processes.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field; Masters degree preferred. 14+ years of experience in experience in software development. Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience. Expert proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Java, or Python. Extensive leadership experience in software development. Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles and practices. Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams.

Qualifications We Prefer:

Expertise in advanced software technologies (e.g., AI, machine learning, cloud computing). Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded systems. Significant experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry. Understanding of industry standard software languages such as C, C, C++, HTML, Java, Python, and Bash. Experience with software tools for requirements tracking, code reviews, static analysis, library and artifact repository, and automated build. Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and Spiral. Proficient with data structures.

Essential Functions:

Ability to work on a computer for extended periods. Hand/finger dexterity for coding and testing. Ability to work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel. This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs. SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position. SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150 match up to 6, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated without explicit consent of JSfirm, LLC.