The Role Provides technical leadership for advanced aerospace software systems, including architecture, requirements, code reviews, documentation, performance optimization, and reliability improvements. Leads major projects, mentors engineering teams, collaborates across disciplines, and represents software engineering in strategic decisions. The role requires expert programming ability, extensive software development leadership, and experience with aerospace or defense systems, embedded software, real-time operating systems, and modern development technologies. Summary Generated by Built In 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. As SNC's corporate team, we provide the company and its business areas with strategic direction and business support spanning executive management, finance and accounting, operations, human resources, legal, IT, information security, facilities, marketing, and communications.

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:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field; Master's 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.

Estimated Starting Salary Range:

$173,260.72 - $238,233.49. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. 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

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. 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. Read Full Description Skills Required Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field 14 or more years of software development experience Expert proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Java, or Python Extensive leadership experience in software development Knowledge of engineering principles and practices Experience working in multidisciplinary teams Master's degree Expertise in AI, machine learning, or cloud computing Experience with real-time operating systems and embedded systems Experience in the aerospace and defense industry Knowledge of C, C#, C++, HTML, Java, Python, and Bash Experience with requirements tracking, code review, static analysis, library and artifact repositories, and automated build tools Knowledge of Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and Spiral methodologies Proficiency with data structures View all jobs at Sierra Nevada Corp View Sierra Nevada Corp Profile Report Job