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# Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer - Embedded at NGC

Compensation · Listed in posting

$91,800 – $137,600/yr

**Location**
: San Diego, California · El Segundo, California

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: not_specified

**Posted**
: Sep 30, 2026

## Description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is hiring Software Engineer or Principal Software Engineer candidates for on-site work in San Diego, California, or El Segundo, California. The role develops and maintains software applications, integrates and deploys capabilities, and collaborates with cross-functional teams throughout the software lifecycle. Candidates must have relevant STEM education and engineering experience, experience with C, C++, Java, Python, SDLC, Agile, object-oriented and embedded programming, and DevOps tools. The position requires an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance, SAP access, and full-time on-site work with no remote or hybrid option.

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