General Dynamics Mission Systems employees working as Principal Engineer - Software in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 8 ratings. This is in line with the average of Principal Engineer - Software professionals at General Dynamics Mission Systems worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Principal Engineer - Software ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $153,691 per year (estimate) and goes up to $477,438 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Principal Engineer - Software at General Dynamics Mission Systems is $253,924 per year or $122 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $402,513 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $201,688 (25th percentile) and $325,152 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 7 salaries submitted by General Dynamics Mission Systems Principal Engineer - Software professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Principal Engineer - Software professionals typically earn between $97 and $156 per hour.
Principal Engineer - Software professionals typically earn between $16,807 and $27,096 monthly.
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