Software Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems • VA-Manassas, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field.
• Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience.
• Agile experience preferred
• 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.
• Strong understanding of software engineering concepts, principles, theories, and advanced design patterns
• Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and drive projects to completion with agile methodology
• Demonstrated ability to quickly master new technologies and tackle complex technical challenges independently
• Natural leader who mentors others, drives collaboration, and elevates team performance
• Track record of driving technical excellence and professional development for yourself and team members
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to make sound technical decisions under ambiguity

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing software in a Linux environment with strong Bash scripting skills
• Proven experience leading Agile development teams or initiatives
• Advanced proficiency in Java and/or C/C++
• Experience with modern web technologies including React and TypeScript
• Hands-on experience with Qt Framework for complex applications
• Working knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Kubernetes and Docker)
• Proficiency with Git workflows and branching strategies
• Understanding of Submarine Warfare Federated Tactical Systems (SWFTS)
• Knowledge of submarine systems and operations

Responsibilities

• Lead development and architecture of software solutions for SLCM-N
• Design, implement, and maintain complex software components with minimal supervision
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to cross-functional teams
• Drive software design decisions and integrate solutions across system boundaries
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex software issues and system performance optimization
• Conduct thorough code reviews and establish best practices for software development
• Contribute to technical planning, estimation, and risk assessment activities

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: Entry Level