Entry Level Infrastructure Software Engineer

General Dynamics•Pittsfield, MA

55d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Infrastructure Software Engineer/Administrator for Surface Ship Systems Programs, youll be a member of an agile team responsible for delivering a robust, flexible, secure, and stable infrastructure for U.S. Navy surface ships. You will develop and configure common solutions to complex problems, test and troubleshoot in a lab environment, and create documentation to support a rigorous engineering process. You'll meet with your team daily to collaborate and problem solve to ensure we meet our commitments to the U.S. Navy mission. Selected candidate will be expected to travel up to 50% of the time. We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: understanding of and experience with Linux Server technologies and/or Microsoft Windows Desktop and Server technologies, experience with scripting and automation technologies (specifically PowerShell, BASH, and Ansible), and/or experience designing, configuring, and securing virtual machines (VMware and Proxmox). What sets you apart: Clear understanding of systems engineering concepts, principles, theories, and technical standards Information Technology (IT) skills or experience, including systems administration, scanning/vulnerability management, and supporting end-users CompTIA Security+ Certification (or ability to obtain) Creative thinker with ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success Strong presentation and communication skills, both oral and written Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others Our Commitment to You: An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development. Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nations 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 See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits Workplace Options: This position is either fully on-site or hybrid/flex (work from home and on-site based on a defined schedule). While on-site, you will be a part of the Pittsfield, MA team. Learn more at https://gdmissionsystems.com/about-us/major-locations/pittsfield.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: [Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred 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.
Clear understanding of systems engineering concepts, principles, theories, and technical standards
Information Technology (IT) skills or experience, including systems administration, scanning/vulnerability management, and supporting end-users
CompTIA Security+ Certification (or ability to obtain)
Creative thinker with ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
Strong presentation and communication skills, both oral and written
Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

Nice To Haves

Agile experience preferred.
understanding of and experience with Linux Server technologies and/or Microsoft Windows Desktop and Server technologies
experience with scripting and automation technologies (specifically PowerShell, BASH, and Ansible)
experience designing, configuring, and securing virtual machines (VMware and Proxmox)

Responsibilities

delivering a robust, flexible, secure, and stable infrastructure for U.S. Navy surface ships
develop and configure common solutions to complex problems
test and troubleshoot in a lab environment
create documentation to support a rigorous engineering process
meet with your team daily to collaborate and problem solve to ensure we meet our commitments to the U.S. Navy mission

Benefits

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

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