Advanced Software Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems • Bloomington, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Advanced Software Engineer for Airborne Systems, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for airborne computers that process and display mission data in the cockpit, to crypto products for identifying friendly aircraft, and weapon control systems that enable the launch and control of precision guided weapons. We work to ensure the world's most advanced aircraft maintain air superiority and information dominance. General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 3 years relevant experience.
• 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.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Knowledge of general programming principles and optimization strategies.
• Solid background on embedded software development, Linux, RTOS, and HW/SW integration.

Nice To Haves

• Strong experience with embedded C/C++
• Strong experience with Linux
• Software Development Leadership experience
• Previous experience in Assembly, C/C++, Python, Rust, or others.
• Familiarity with DO-178 compliant software engineering life-cycle experience.
• Leadership experience (SW management, planning and scheduling of resources).
• Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the software development life cycle.
• Exceptional communication skills with the capacity to secure buy-in on concepts and ideas.
• Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for airborne computers that process and display mission data in the cockpit.
• Responsible for crypto products for identifying friendly aircraft.
• Responsible for weapon control systems that enable the launch and control of precision guided weapons.
• Ensure the world's most advanced aircraft maintain air superiority and information dominance.
• Dig into hardware specifications and leveraging hardware interfaces in the composition of low-level software solutions.
• Apply technology and technical skills to solve challenges in creative ways.
• Lead the software development life cycle.
• Apply technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges.
• Provide technical leadership and position others for success.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others.

Benefits

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior