Embedded Software Engineer (NEW HIRE BONUS UP TO $15,000)

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. Agile experience preferred.

Clearance Requirements:
Department of Defense SECRET security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an Embedded Software Engineer. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation's core defense/intelligence services and systems. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:

• Performs software requirements analysis, participates in research, designs, develops and tests software and tools, to include development of new work products or enhancing existing applications, systems or embedded products
• Codes, tests, integrates and documents software solutions
• Applies principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to the development of complex software and architectures
• Researches and analyzes data, such as customer design proposals, market trends, state of technology and industry, specifications and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application
• Participates in internal review of software components and systems
• Receives little instruction on day-to-day work
• More often responsible to define the scope, schedule and expectations for the work they execute or lead
• Independently determines approach to solutions
• Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained
• Contributes and accountable to the completion of major programs and projects
• Responsible for resolution of significant and diverse problems and issues of broad scope and complexity
• May provide leadership and/or direction to lower level employees and teams
• Failure to accomplish results or errors may cause significant project delays or require the substantial allocation of additional resources
• Collaborates with senior management and leadership within engineering and sometimes across the company
• Frequently works with organizations outside engineering or with external customers
• Builds stable working relationships internally
• Travel may be required
• Networks with senior internal and external personnel

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• A seasoned, experienced professional with a fully proficient understanding of software engineering concepts, principles, and theories and expert at applying technical standards and methodologies to resolve a wide range of issues in creative ways
• Capable of working on problems of diverse scope requiring extensive analysis of data and evaluation of a multitude of factors
• Demonstrates fully proficient judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
• Fully proficient knowledge of the software development process as well as software engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Linux Experience
• C/C++ Programming experience
• Real-Time Embedded Software Development Environment
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• Fully proficient knowledge of other related engineering and support disciplines
• Detailed and fully proficient knowledge of technology trends and champions new ideas and product and process improvements
• Fully proficient knowledge of software tools supporting Integrated Development Environments (IDE), version control, defect reporting and scripting
• Ability to be creative, innovative and responsible, and able to master fully proficient decision-making skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Fully proficient ability to grasp and apply new information quickly
• Fully proficient ability to handle significant responsibility, leadership and accountability while executing very complex assignments
• Shows initiative on assignments, and professionally executes projects with very little direction, or can provide direction and leadership to technical teams
• Exercises independent judgment and sometimes defines new procedures and practices to improve team and company performance
• Fully proficient ability to be a team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments
• Advocate and champion at applying company policies and procedures to resolve very complex issues
• Fully proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Fully proficient written and verbal communications skills
• Fully proficient ability to recognize and clearly report relevant information
• Skilled in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions
• Someone who is capable of providing technical leadership to an organization
• Fully proficient ability to use the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the software development life cycle to support the generation of technical engineering products

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Target salary range: USD $118,000.00/Yr. - USD $131,000.00/Yr.

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world's most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what's possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran