Entry Level - Tactical Radio Embedded Software Engineer Job at GD Mission Systems, Scottsdale, AZ

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  • GD Mission Systems
  • Scottsdale, AZ

Job Description

Responsibilities for this Position

Entry Level - Tactical Radio Embedded Software Engineer

ID: 2024-64310
USA-AZ-Scottsdale
Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 10/23/2024
Category: Engineering-Software
Employment Type: College
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelors degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. 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 an Entry Level 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

  • Educational knowledge of C and/or C++
  • Awareness of low-level driver development
  • Educational experience with unit test frameworks
  • Awareness 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 GD Mission Systems - Benefits
  • Learn more about the Scottsdale, Arizona facility at GDMS Scottsdale, AZ Campus

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 $74,050.40 - USD $82,149.60 /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 worlds most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine whats 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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Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start, Flexible hours,

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