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# Sentinel Software / Principal Software Engineer Test - 16001-1

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Roy, UT, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Adobe InDesign, Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Formal Verification, Python (Programming Language), Regression Testing, SAP (Applications), Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Scripting, Software Verification, Test Scripts, Git, Integration Tests, Atlassian Tools
- **Published:** August 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/sentinel-software-principal-software-engineer-test-16001-1-roy-ut-usa-58846492

## About the Role

* build or hardware component * Interface with software developers and systems engineers for verification * Conduct product integration, regression, and verification testing in software test labs Tasks * US citizen with active DoD Secret clearance and SAP eligibility * Understanding of software development lifecycle and agile development, RVAM skills/experience * 2+ years scripting experience (Python, C++, Java, Bash, Shell) * 2+ years experience in Requirements Verification/General test methodology, unit/integration/regression testing * 2+ years experience with Atlassian tool suite (JIRA, Git, Confluence) * T2: 2 years with Bachelor's or 0 years with Masters; T3: 5 years with Bachelor's / 3 years with Masters / PhD or 4 years in lieu of degree Key requirements * Medical, Dental & Vision coverage * 401k * Educational Assistance * Life Insurance * Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions * Paid Time Off

## Description

Experteer Overview In this role you will design and execute automated and manual test cases to verify software requirements for Sentinel's flight/navigation software. You will collaborate with developers and systems engineers to validate verification plans, run tests in lab environments, and generate detailed reports that drive system quality. You will help shape testing methods, analyze data, and ensure software builds meet interfaces and requirements. This is a mission-critical position in a hands-on, cross-functional team that values curiosity, collaboration, and impact on defense systems. Compensation / Benefits * Develop and execute automated and manual test cases to verify software requirements * Assist in design, development, and implementation of testing methods and equipment * Plan, execute, report, and support integration testing and verification * Prepare detailed test reports and support formal verification of the system * Analyze data against requirements for each software build or hardware component * Interface with software developers and systems engineers for verification * Conduct product integration, regression, and verification testing in software test labs Tasks * US citizen with active DoD Secret clearance and SAP eligibility * Understanding of software development lifecycle and agile development, RVAM skills/experience * 2+ years scripting experience (Python, C++, Java, Bash, Shell) * 2+ years experience in Requirements Verification/General test methodology, unit/integration/regression testing * 2+ years experience with Atlassian tool suite (JIRA, Git, Confluence) * T2: 2 years with Bachelor's or 0 years with Masters; T3: 5 years with Bachelor's / 3 years with Masters / PhD or 4 years in lieu of degree Key requirements * Medical, Dental & Vision coverage * 401k * Educational Assistance * Life Insurance * Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions * Paid Time Off


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