Principal Software Engineer

El Segundo, CA, US • Posted 2 hours ago • Updated 2 hours ago
Full Time
On-site
USD $120,001.00 - 160,000.00 per year
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Skills

  • Military
  • Writing
  • Software Engineering
  • System Center
  • Acquisition
  • Art
  • Satellite Communications
  • Prototyping
  • User Stories
  • Automated Testing
  • Interfaces
  • Data Management
  • Visualization
  • Algorithms
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Mentorship
  • Security Clearance
  • Computer Science
  • Information Systems
  • Python
  • Java
  • JavaScript
  • AngularJS
  • React.js
  • Web Applications
  • Microservices
  • Database
  • PostgreSQL
  • MySQL
  • Docker
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Kubernetes
  • Cloud Computing
  • Orchestration
  • GitLab
  • Version Control
  • Continuous Integration
  • Continuous Delivery
  • Collaboration
  • Problem Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Research
  • Communication
  • Presentations
  • Software Development
  • OOD
  • Testing
  • JIRA
  • Confluence
  • Agile
  • Project Management
  • MILSATCOM
  • SATCOM
  • Satellite Telecommunications
  • DoD
  • Information Technology
  • Systems Engineering
  • FOCUS

Summary

Job ID: 2610359

Location: El Segundo, CA, US

Date Posted: 2026-03-17

Category: Software

Subcategory: SW Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description

?JOB DESCRIPTION:

SAIC is seeking a motivated and experienced Software Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. SAIC is sub-contractor on the Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (MSEIT) contract.

You will join a systems engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting US Space Force (USSF) satellite communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. You will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF. You will lead and support several working groups responsible for leading technical discussion, resolve and identify risk, requirement gaps, developing briefings, writing, and tracking action items, and authoring meeting minutes.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the US Space Force's Space Systems Center (SSC). We support the Space Force's acquisition of state of the art satellite communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation's warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, engineer, analyze, and develop software prototypes and/or applications as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Engage with stakeholders to better define the problem space and vision to determine capabilities and priorities.
  • Participate in the complete software development lifecycle: user story creation, design, development, automated testing, and operational support.
  • Create intuitive user interfaces that enable efficient data management and system oversight.
  • Design and develop new visualization features to meet evolving end-user requirements.
  • Work with complex algorithms to deliver optimized solutions for the end user.
  • Determine software maintainability and overall adherence to user requirements on department standards.
  • Drive continuous improvement through process and tooling recommendations.
  • Mentor team members by sharing innovative ideas and industry best practices.


Qualifications

Required:
  • Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance is required for this position
  • Experience and Education: BS degree in Computer Science or Information Systems; other degrees will be considered with relevant work experience, Min 9 years of overall experience
  • 7 years of software development, including architecture, object-oriented design, coding, and testing.
  • Strong experience in one or more of the following: Python, Java, or Go.
  • Experience working with Javascript fameworks such as Angular or React.
  • Hands-on experience developing web applications with microservices architecture.
  • Hands-on experience with database technologies such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, and others.
  • Experience with Docker, AWS and / or Azure, and Kubernetes for containerization, cloud services, and orchestration.
  • Proficient in using GitLab or other Tools for version control, CI/CD pipelines, and collaboration.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Strong passion for conducting research, tackling complex problems, and continuously learning and adopting new technologies.
  • Organization capability with ability to handle competing priorities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills.

Desired:
  • 10+ years of software development, including architecture, object-oriented design, coding, and testing.
  • Knowledge and experience in Jira and Confluence.
  • Experience in implementing Agile Software Development methodologies for efficient and iterative project management.
  • Experience with MILSATCOM, such as AEHF, EPS, WGS, and Tactical SATCOM or COMSATCOM.
  • Experience with space and ground systems, such as satellite communication, ground terminals and DoD networks.


Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.


Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 10111346
  • Position Id: 2610359
  • Posted 2 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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