Embedded Software Engineer (Modem experience)

General Dynamics Mission Systems • Scottsdale, AZ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Modem 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. As a Modem Engineer for the Restricted Ground Business, you’ll be a member of a cross-functional team responsible for supporting Ground Station Development.

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field.
• Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience.
• Department of Defense TS/SCI 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.
• Proficient understanding of software engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Expert at applying technical standards and methodologies to resolve a wide range of issues in creative ways.

Nice To Haves

• Agile experience preferred.
• Communication Protocols
• Linux
• Software Defined Modems
• DevSecOps
• Cloud (preferably AWS)
• Network Systems
• C++
• C
• Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the software development life cycle
• Expertise in applying technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges
• 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
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Responsibilities

• Performs software requirements analysis, participates in research, designs, develops and tests software, hardware, Modem 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 Modem 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
• Networks with senior internal and external personnel

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
• Highly competitive benefits
• A flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

What This Job Offers

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