Principal Engineer Jobs in Utah
Principal Engineer jobs in Utah are concentrated in Salt Lake City, Provo, and Lehi, where the Silicon Slopes corridor anchors a dense cluster of technology and defense employers. Companies like Adobe, Northrop Grumman, and L3Harris maintain substantial Utah engineering operations and regularly hire at the principal level across software architecture, systems engineering, and embedded systems. Demand is strongest for engineers who can lead cross-functional teams and own technical direction on large-scale platforms. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking to hire a Principal Engineer - Technical Services to join its team. This position is in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel program.
Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure.
What You Will Get To Do:
This individual will be responsible for working within a team to do all the phases of the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation (ADDIE) model for a new training system supporting the United States Air Force.The individual will need to collaborate with multiple subject matter experts (SMEs) to create a training system for multiple Air Force Specialty Codes, collaborating with multiple teams throughout a dynamic program to identify current and future training knowledge and skill gaps. The selected candidate will have demonstrated experience applying analysis processes, adult learning theories and instructional strategies, technical expertise creating SCORM compliant courseware and implementing Kirkpatrick’s 4 levels of evaluation to include, formative, summative, and operational evaluation processes.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Demonstrates comprehensive expertise in analyzing and evaluating knowledge and skill gaps to identify training requirements and develop appropriate learning solutions.
- Design and develop training products for multiple modalities, including online, in-person, hybrid, as well as synchronous and asynchronous formats.
- Develop a comprehensive suite of training materials—including instructor-led sessions, microlearning modules, interactive online courses, and on-the-job qualification/certification programs—with minimal supervision.
- Curriculum design experience utilizing current SCORM standards Technical and creative writing; developing technical training CDRLs.
- Experience with digital instructional design software (e.g., Camtasia, Storyline, Adobe Captivate/Creative Suite)
- Stay at the forefront of training research, continuously monitoring emerging learning theories, software tools, and industry standards and translating insights into strategic enhancements.
- May evaluate and/or oversee contractors or vendors to develop training courseware.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors of Science in Instructional Systems Design, Instructional Technology, Human Performance, Training and Learning Development, Psychology, Marketing, or related field.
- Principal Engineer Technical Services: 5 Years of experience with Bachelors of Science; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD. An additional 4 years of experience can be considered in 'lieu of' a degree.
- Must be a US Citizen with an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application with an investigation completed within the last 6 years
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need
- Experience designing learning materials for technical disciplines
- Experience developing learning materials for technical disciplines
- Experience developing technology-based learning products
- Experience creating formative and summative evaluations for technical disciplines
- Experience in conducting training evaluations in accordance with Kirkpatrick 4 levels of evaluation and Phillips 5 levels of evaluation
- Experience working in ADDIE and other training development models for technical disciplines
- Experience applying adult learning theories and process-driven instructional design principles
- Ability to travel 10% of the time
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of human performance processes to breakdown knowledge and skill gaps to identify appropriate learning solutions
- Multimedia design experience (audio/video editing, 2D/3D design, animation, software simulation, etc.)
- Experience using multiple instructional development software tools
- Experience executing and delivering training system products on large DoD military program
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
This position’s standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
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Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking to hire a Principal Engineer - Technical Services to join its team. This position is in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel program.
Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure.
What You Will Get To Do:
This individual will be responsible for working within a team to do all the phases of the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation (ADDIE) model for a new training system supporting the United States Air Force.The individual will need to collaborate with multiple subject matter experts (SMEs) to create a training system for multiple Air Force Specialty Codes, collaborating with multiple teams throughout a dynamic program to identify current and future training knowledge and skill gaps. The selected candidate will have demonstrated experience applying analysis processes, adult learning theories and instructional strategies, technical expertise creating SCORM compliant courseware and implementing Kirkpatrick’s 4 levels of evaluation to include, formative, summative, and operational evaluation processes.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Demonstrates comprehensive expertise in analyzing and evaluating knowledge and skill gaps to identify training requirements and develop appropriate learning solutions.
- Design and develop training products for multiple modalities, including online, in-person, hybrid, as well as synchronous and asynchronous formats.
- Develop a comprehensive suite of training materials—including instructor-led sessions, microlearning modules, interactive online courses, and on-the-job qualification/certification programs—with minimal supervision.
- Curriculum design experience utilizing current SCORM standards Technical and creative writing; developing technical training CDRLs.
- Experience with digital instructional design software (e.g., Camtasia, Storyline, Adobe Captivate/Creative Suite)
- Stay at the forefront of training research, continuously monitoring emerging learning theories, software tools, and industry standards and translating insights into strategic enhancements.
- May evaluate and/or oversee contractors or vendors to develop training courseware.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors of Science in Instructional Systems Design, Instructional Technology, Human Performance, Training and Learning Development, Psychology, Marketing, or related field.
- Principal Engineer Technical Services: 5 Years of experience with Bachelors of Science; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD. An additional 4 years of experience can be considered in 'lieu of' a degree.
- Must be a US Citizen with an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application with an investigation completed within the last 6 years
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need
- Experience designing learning materials for technical disciplines
- Experience developing learning materials for technical disciplines
- Experience developing technology-based learning products
- Experience creating formative and summative evaluations for technical disciplines
- Experience in conducting training evaluations in accordance with Kirkpatrick 4 levels of evaluation and Phillips 5 levels of evaluation
- Experience working in ADDIE and other training development models for technical disciplines
- Experience applying adult learning theories and process-driven instructional design principles
- Ability to travel 10% of the time
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of human performance processes to breakdown knowledge and skill gaps to identify appropriate learning solutions
- Multimedia design experience (audio/video editing, 2D/3D design, animation, software simulation, etc.)
- Experience using multiple instructional development software tools
- Experience executing and delivering training system products on large DoD military program
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
This position’s standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
#Sentinelsystems
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What Utah Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in principal engineer jobs across Utah.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field
- Ten or more years of progressive engineering experience including hands-on technical leadership
- Demonstrated ability to define and own architecture across complex, distributed systems
- Experience mentoring senior engineers and driving technical standards organization-wide
- Proficiency in at least one major cloud platform such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive and cross-functional audiences
Principal Engineer Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a principal engineer in Utah?
Becoming a principal engineer in Utah follows a deep experience path rather than a state-issued license. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related discipline, followed by years of progressively senior engineering roles. Utah's Silicon Slopes market places particular weight on demonstrated systems ownership and cross-team influence. Building expertise in areas like cloud architecture or embedded systems, common in Utah's defense and SaaS sectors, accelerates the path to principal-level consideration.
Which companies hire principal engineers in Utah?
Companies currently hiring principal engineers in Utah include Northrop Grumman, NiCE, and BD, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Utah's mix of technology product companies, defense contractors, and enterprise software firms means principal engineer openings appear across a wide range of industries and technical domains.
Which Utah cities have the most principal engineer jobs?
Roy, Salt Lake City, and Clearfield account for the largest share of principal engineer openings in Utah. Salt Lake City's size and its concentration of corporate headquarters drive the most volume, while Lehi and Provo benefit from the Silicon Slopes technology corridor, which hosts a high density of fast-growing software companies and regional offices of national tech employers.
Are there remote principal engineer jobs in Utah?
Yes, and more than many fields. About 55% of principal engineer openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of this work involves software architecture, code review, and strategic planning that translates well to distributed teams. Roles with significant hardware, lab, or classified defense components are more likely to require on-site presence in Utah.
How can I get hired as a principal engineer in Utah with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is building depth in a specific technical domain through associate or senior engineer roles at Utah employers before targeting principal-level positions. Companies in the Silicon Slopes area, including enterprise software firms and defense contractors, frequently hire junior engineers into structured mentorship programs where you grow toward technical leadership. Completing a relevant degree at the University of Utah or Brigham Young University, contributing to open-source projects, or earning a recognized cloud certification strengthens candidacy for internal promotion into principal-track roles.
Where can I find and apply to principal engineer jobs in Utah?
You can find and apply to principal engineer jobs in Utah on Migrate Mate, which lists current Utah openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and interests, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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