SAIC · 4 hours ago
Senior Principal Software Engineer
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $200K/yr
9+ years expSAIC is seeking a Senior Principal Software Engineer to support advanced Very Low Frequency (VLF) communication systems. The role involves advising the government, managing technical tasks, and ensuring successful development, testing, and implementation of systems in communication technology.
Information TechnologySecurityService IndustrySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Development and updates of RF communications systems
Supporting VLF for communications for Navy and Air Force
Experience with the testing, configuration and documentation of Software Systems and hardware systems
Work in conjunction with Software Developers to develop and implement test procedures and scenarios for new and updated systems
Participate in resolving technical issues and troubleshoot the system that may arise during integration, implementation and test
Provide technical direction, guidance and training to less experienced staff
Interface with management, customers and team regularly
Qualification
Required
Bachelors Degree in related engineering field and fourteen (14) years or more related experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start
DoD IAT 1 certified eligible. Security+ (able to obtain within 6 months of hire)
7-10 Years' development and engineering experience with C, C++, and Java programming
Strong skills in establishing equipment configurations to meet operational requirements
Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills
A demonstrated ability to learn and apply new technologies quickly
Preferred
Masters in related Engineering or Science proficiency
Experience with DoD VLF message processing
Agile Experience
Background in RF Engineering, with preferred experience in VLF systems
Familiarity with waveform development and DoD communications systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Visio, Project, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
Understanding of VLF communication concepts and experience working with similar systems
Company
SAIC
SAIC specializes in IT, enterprise IT, engineering, and professional services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$522.13MKey Investors
U.S. Geothermal
2025-09-22Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2010-09-13Post Ipo Equity· $22M
2006-10-13IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Fecteau
IT Advisor to CEO
Prabu Natarajan
Chief Financial Officer
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