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# Principal Software Engineer - Java at NGC

Compensation · Listed in posting

$114,000 – $171,000/yr

**Location**
: San Diego, California

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: lead/mgmt

**Posted**
: Aug 11, 2026

## Description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is hiring a Principal Software Engineer - Java to work on-site in San Diego, California. The role supports software development across Systems Engineering, Cloud and Application, Test Automation, DevSecOps, and Systems Test, with responsibilities including Java Enterprise Edition and SOA solution development, object-oriented programming, JMS, Web Services, XML, GUI design, and the full software development lifecycle. The position requires a top-secret clearance, prior agile leadership experience, extensive Java and related software development experience, and offers a primary salary range of $114,000 to $171,000.

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