Modem Software Engineer

General Dynamics•Scottsdale, AZ

60d•Hybrid

About The Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for Modem Engineer. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nations 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. ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES: As a Modem Engineer for the Restricted Ground Business, youll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for supporting Ground Station Development . REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS: 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 KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: A seasoned, experienced professional with a proficient understanding of software engineering concepts, principles, and theories and expert at applying technical standards and methodologies to resolve a wide range of issues in creative ways. We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: Communication Protocols Linux Software Defined Modems DevSecOps Cloud (preferably AWS) Network Systems C++, C What sets you apart: 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 Our Commitment to You: <li>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 fully on-site OR Hybrid/Flex, as desired.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelors degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field.
Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience.
Agile experience preferred.
Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearanceis 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.
A seasoned, experienced professional with a proficient understanding of software engineering concepts, principles, and theories and expert at applying technical standards and methodologies to resolve a wide range of issues in creative ways.

Nice To Haves

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

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 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

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