Principal Software Test Engineer

Job ID: 2619073
Location: San Diego, CA, US
Date Posted: 2026-11-12
Category: Software
Subcategory: SW Testing
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE
Description
SAIC is seeking a Principal Software Test Engineer to support advanced submarine 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 excellent opportunity for a motivated Software Engineer looking to grow their expertise in cutting-edge defense communication systems.
JOB DUTIES:

• Support SW Engineering, Development, testing, integration, and implementation of submarine communication systems.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in C, C++, and Java
• Support the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, and deployment
• Work within Agile/Scrum frameworks to deliver iterative software solutions on schedule
• Assist in writing and executing test plans, test procedures, and test reports.
• Provide technical support in hardware and networked systems testing, configuration, and documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during integration and testing phases.
• Coordinate with the team on Code Reviews, trouble should code and perform SW development activities as needed.
• Collaborate with team members, management, and customers to ensure alignment and progress.
• Support coordination with multiple agencies, vendors, and customers to achieve program goals.

Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors in Computer Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field and nine (9) years or more experience; Years of experience in lieu of a degree to be considered.
• Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance after start
• Experience in writing and executing test documents.
• Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming languages
• Skills in establishing equipment configurations to meet operational requirements
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new technologies quickly

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Background in RF Engineering; experience with VLF systems a plus.
• Familiarity with waveform development and DoD communications systems.
• Understanding of VLF communication concepts and experience working with similar systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Visio, Project, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.

Target salary range: $100,001 - $140,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .