Tactical Radio Embedded Software Engineer - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Tactical Radio Embedded Software Engineer
ID: 2024-64307
USA-AZ-Scottsdale USA-IN-Ft. Wayne
Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 10/22/2024
Category: Engineering-Software
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications
Education Requirements:
Requires a Bachelors degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.
Clearance Requirements:
Ability to obtain a 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.
Responsibilities for this Position
Job Description
General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Software Engineer within the Scottsdale-based Land and Air Systems Engineering team. This position provides an opportunity to design and build uniquely resilient hardware and software to ensure mission success in contested environments. The team is focused on tactical communications that span many Department of Defense customers, including special restricted customers. In a collaborative environment, the team works closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.
Representative Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain embedded software applications using C/C++ programming language
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate software and hardware components
- Perform debugging, testing, and optimization of embedded systems
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of software development practices
- Document software design, code, and unit tests
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and company processes
What Sets You Apart
- Exceptional experience with C and/or C++
- Proven experience with low-level driver development
- Experience with unit test frameworks
- Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C)
Additional Skills You May Have, Or Skills You Are Willing To Learn
- Signal processing and digital signal processing (DSP)
- Programming languages such as Rust, Python, MATLAB
- Advanced Linux operating systems knowledge (Drivers, networking, system services, etc.)
- Multi-threaded and multi-core programming
- Network protocols and socket programming
- Cryptographic techniques and secure boot
- Power management in embedded systems
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
- Automated testing and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) git pipelines
GDMS Offers You
- Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our Department of Defense customers
- An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
- Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
- Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
- See more at GD Mission Systems - Benefits
- Learn more about the Scottsdale, Arizona facility at GDMS Scottsdale, AZ Campus
Workplace Options
This position requires weekly on-site participation and interaction with team members at the Scottsdale, Arizona facility.
Clearance Requirement
Active DoD Secret clearance is desired, or required within 12 months after hire
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Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $107,520.00 - USD $119,280.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
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 worlds most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine whats 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 https://gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran
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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
Should I Apply?
At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!
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