Company:
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
Location: Scottsdale
Closing Date: 27/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Basic Qualifications :
Education Requirements:
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.
Clearance Requirements:
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. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position:
Job Description
General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Software Engineer within the Scottsdale-based Land and Air Systems Engineering team. This position provides an opportunity to design and build uniquely resilient hardware and software to ensure mission success in contested environments. The team is focused on tactical communications that span many Department of Defense customers, including special restricted customers. In a collaborative environment, the team works closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.
Representative Responsibilities
Develop and maintain embedded software applications using C/C++ programming language
Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate software and hardware components
Perform debugging, testing, and optimization of embedded systems
Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of software development practices
Document software design, code, and unit tests
Ensure compliance with industry standards and company processes
What Sets You Apart
Exceptional experience with C and/or C++
Proven experience with low-level driver development
Experience with unit test frameworks
Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C)
Additional Skills You May Have, Or Skills You Are Willing To Learn
Signal processing and digital signal processing (DSP)
Programming languages such as Rust, Python, MATLAB
Advanced Linux operating systems knowledge (Drivers, networking, system services, etc.)
Multi-threaded and multi-core programming
Network protocols and socket programming
Cryptographic techniques and secure boot
Power management in embedded systems
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
Automated testing and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) git pipelines
GDMS Offers You
Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our Department of Defense customers
An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
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
Learn more about the Scottsdale, Arizona facility at
Workplace Options
This position requires weekly on-site participation and interaction with team members at the Scottsdale, Arizona facility.
Clearance Requirement
Active DoD Secret clearance is desired, or required within 12 months after hire
Salary Note:
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range:
USD $(phone number removed) - USD $(phone number removed) /Yr.
Company Overview:
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.
We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.
We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit
General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran
Education Requirements:
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.
Clearance Requirements:
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. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position:
Job Description
General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Software Engineer within the Scottsdale-based Land and Air Systems Engineering team. This position provides an opportunity to design and build uniquely resilient hardware and software to ensure mission success in contested environments. The team is focused on tactical communications that span many Department of Defense customers, including special restricted customers. In a collaborative environment, the team works closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.
Representative Responsibilities
Develop and maintain embedded software applications using C/C++ programming language
Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate software and hardware components
Perform debugging, testing, and optimization of embedded systems
Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of software development practices
Document software design, code, and unit tests
Ensure compliance with industry standards and company processes
What Sets You Apart
Exceptional experience with C and/or C++
Proven experience with low-level driver development
Experience with unit test frameworks
Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C)
Additional Skills You May Have, Or Skills You Are Willing To Learn
Signal processing and digital signal processing (DSP)
Programming languages such as Rust, Python, MATLAB
Advanced Linux operating systems knowledge (Drivers, networking, system services, etc.)
Multi-threaded and multi-core programming
Network protocols and socket programming
Cryptographic techniques and secure boot
Power management in embedded systems
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
Automated testing and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) git pipelines
GDMS Offers You
Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our Department of Defense customers
An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
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
Learn more about the Scottsdale, Arizona facility at
Workplace Options
This position requires weekly on-site participation and interaction with team members at the Scottsdale, Arizona facility.
Clearance Requirement
Active DoD Secret clearance is desired, or required within 12 months after hire
Salary Note:
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range:
USD $(phone number removed) - USD $(phone number removed) /Yr.
Company Overview:
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the world’s most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what’s possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.
We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.
We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit
General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran
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