About this role
SAIC is seeking a Senior Principal Software Engineer to support advanced Very Low Frequency (VLF) communication systems. Join our innovative team in San Diego, CA, and contribute to mission-critical efforts in communication technology development, integration, and testing. This is an ONSITE position and will need to be local to area.
As a Senior Principal Software Engineer you’ll leverage your expertise to advise the government and ensure the successful development, testing, and implementation of cutting-edge systems. You'll collaborate with teams, manage technical tasks, and ensure projects meet operational, cost, and schedule requirements.
The candidate will have a strong background in system software engineering support, preferably with DoD Development programs, and possess strong problem solving skills. Qualified candidates will have in-depth experience and the ability to learn new technologies quickly.
Up to 20%25 travel will be involved with this role
JOB DUTIES:
- 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
REQUIREMENTS:
- 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
DESIRED SKILLS:
- 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
Other facts
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 includes 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.
What you'll do
- The Senior Principal Software Engineer will develop and update RF communications systems, specifically supporting VLF communications for the Navy and Air Force. The role involves collaborating with software developers to implement test procedures and troubleshooting technical issues during integration and testing.
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