Senior Software Project Lead - Military Veterans

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Senior Software Project Lead

Location: Troy, MI, United States

Category: Engineering

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: MI

City: Troy

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: Ability to obtain security clearance

Career Level: Senior

Requisition ID: 14903312

Date Posted: Sep 10, 2024

Description: Join an agile highly motivated team of engineers responsible for the development and implementation of emerging autonomous technology for use in ground combat vehicles. The function of this position is to support the development of advanced autonomous capabilities across the domains of mobility, situational awareness, reconnaissance, human-machine integration, and operational mission planning & execution. Product teams work together using the latest advances in Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Model Based Systems Engineering to bring these concepts to reality.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

What We Offer:

Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending


• competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.


• 401k Match (6%)


• Educational Assistance


• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)


• On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment


• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

• Responsible for planning and execution of Integration Project Team (IPT) scope, budget, schedule, technical work planning, tracking, and transfer of technology & software from advanced development team.


• Responsible for subcontractor management, ensuring they adhere to schedule and deliveries


• Participate in development and presentation of design reviews


• IPT scope:




• System / Subsystem requirements development


• Functional capability traceability and verification compliance (RVTM)


• Cross domain coordination of scope/technical content


• Review, understand and execute XM30 program CDRLs (Document and Software Deliveries)


• Identification and maturity assessment of autonomous vehicle technologies


• Technical writing, to include contributing to CDRLs and technical reports


• System Modeling of autonomous vehicle functions which include:




• Mobility assistance thru autonomous mobility, advanced driver aids, and mobility safety functions


• Manned/Unmanned Teaming


• Task reduction thru system automation


• System redundancy in support of safety-assured and mission-assured functionality


• Autonomy system technology transition, optimization, integration, and verification/validation

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree (Masters preferred) in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field.


• Minimum of 10 years related engineering experience


• Skilled in planning work to achieve milestones on a schedule


• Knowledgeable in systems engineering concepts


• Experience with technical program management for complex systems


• Experience in system modeling using Cameo (or similar SysML tools)


• Ability to align objectives with a cross functional team


• Familiar with high level autonomous robotic system concepts


• Familiar with sensor modalities and their strengths & drawbacks


• Familiarity with architectures, development and integration of robotic/autonomous vehicles


• Experience with vehicle autonomy, off-road autonomy a plus


• Strong communication, organization and prioritization skills


• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment


• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office and other engineering software


• Be goal oriented and keep the team focused to task.


• This position will require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance).


• This position may require the candidate to be able to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles is desired. Must be able to pass ASR test (Anthropometric Size Requirement for confined space).


• The flexibility to work non-duty hours or on weekends as needed by the project.


• Ability to travel when needed, minimal travel required for this role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of military land vehicle engineering, especially at GDLS, is a plus


• Strong background in high level programming language such as C & C++


• Expertise working with Linux (Ubuntu).


• Expertise in networking, communication, and interface technologies and protocols - CAN, TCP, UDP, DDS, MAVLink, JAUS, IOP, etc.

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Join an agile highly motivated team of engineers responsible for the development and implementation of emerging autonomous technology for use in ground combat vehicles. The function of this position is to support the development of advanced autonomous capabilities across the domains of mobility, situational awareness, reconnaissance, human-machine integration, and operational mission planning & execution. Product teams work together using the latest advances in Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Model Based Systems Engineering to bring these concepts to reality.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

What We Offer:

Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending


• competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.


• 401k Match (6%)


• Educational Assistance


• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)


• On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment


• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track

Responsibilities to Anticipate:

• Responsible for planning and execution of Integration Project Team (IPT) scope, budget, schedule, technical work planning, tracking, and transfer of technology & software from advanced development team.


• Responsible for subcontractor management, ensuring they adhere to schedule and deliveries


• Participate in development and presentation of design reviews


• IPT scope:




• System / Subsystem requirements development


• Functional capability traceability and verification compliance (RVTM)


• Cross domain coordination of scope/technical content


• Review, understand and execute XM30 program CDRLs (Document and Software Deliveries)


• Identification and maturity assessment of autonomous vehicle technologies


• Technical writing, to include contributing to CDRLs and technical reports


• System Modeling of autonomous vehicle functions which include:




• Mobility assistance thru autonomous mobility, advanced driver aids, and mobility safety functions


• Manned/Unmanned Teaming


• Task reduction thru system automation


• System redundancy in support of safety-assured and mission-assured functionality


• Autonomy system technology transition, optimization, integration, and verification/validation

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree (Masters preferred) in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field.


• Minimum of 10 years related engineering experience


• Skilled in planning work to achieve milestones on a schedule


• Knowledgeable in systems engineering concepts


• Experience with technical program management for complex systems


• Experience in system modeling using Cameo (or similar SysML tools)


• Ability to align objectives with a cross functional team


• Familiar with high level autonomous robotic system concepts


• Familiar with sensor modalities and their strengths & drawbacks


• Familiarity with architectures, development and integration of robotic/autonomous vehicles


• Experience with vehicle autonomy, off-road autonomy a plus


• Strong communication, organization and prioritization skills


• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment


• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office and other engineering software


• Be goal oriented and keep the team focused to task.


• This position will require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance).


• This position may require the candidate to be able to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles is desired. Must be able to pass ASR test (Anthropometric Size Requirement for confined space).


• The flexibility to work non-duty hours or on weekends as needed by the project.


• Ability to travel when needed, minimal travel required for this role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of military land vehicle engineering, especially at GDLS, is a plus


• Strong background in high level programming language such as C & C++


• Expertise working with Linux (Ubuntu).


• Expertise in networking, communication, and interface technologies and protocols - CAN, TCP, UDP, DDS, MAVLink, JAUS, IOP, etc.

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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