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# Principal Software Engineer Production Support

- **Company:** BAE Systems
- **Location:** Nashua, NH, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $118,095.0 - $200,762.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3466602824&tx=UT5248TYV&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, and a minimum of 6 years of professional experience.
 * Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
 * Deep technical proficiency and a strong background in C/C .

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

 * Expertise in real-time embedded programming.
 * Experience designing or implementing software algorithms.
 * Strong familiarity with software engineering processes, methodologies, and tools.
 * Proven track record in software testing, validation, and verification (V&V) activities.

## Description

We are looking for a seasoned Principal Software Engineer who finds satisfaction in technical excellence and the challenge of keeping the factory running. This role is the backbone of our high-volume manufacturing environment, supporting critical programs such as THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense). You will be responsible for the software and systems that build, test, and troubleshoot these products. Your work ensures that our production lines stay active and that the tools used to verify our technology are precise and reliabledirectly impacting our ability to deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter., * Technical Stewardship: Serve as the subject matter expert for the software that powers our manufacturing and test equipment, ensuring high-volume production remains seamless and efficient.

 * Production Problem Solving: Tackle complex software challenges in real-time to resolve bottlenecks on the factory floor and prevent production delays.
 * Systems Optimization: Use your expertise to evolve our existing production processes, implementing new techniques to improve the reliability of our build and test software.
 * Hands-on Integration: Balance independent deep-work with collaborative time on the factory floor, working directly with the machines and systems that bring our technology to life.

Note: This is an in-office position to allow for direct integration with our manufacturing floor.