Embedded Software Engineer [Remote Eligible]

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc • Huntsville, AL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an Embedded Software Engineer within the Land and Air Systems (LAS) 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 (DoD) 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.

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology 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.
• Ability to obtain a 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.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming languages.
• Knowledge of networking protocols and socket programming.
• Strong Linux background, including device trees and drivers.
• Experience in software architecture

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with microcontroller programming and debugging.
• Familiarity with hardware interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, and GPIO.
• Proficiency in using debugging tools like GDB, JTAG, and logic analyzers.
• Experience with cross-compilation and toolchains for embedded systems.
• Understanding of memory management and performance optimization in embedded systems.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Knowledge of cryptographic protocols such as SSL/TLS, IPsec, and PGP.
• Understanding of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) concepts.
• Familiarity with hypervisors and virtualization technologies (e.g., KVM, Xen).
• Ability to read and understand hardware schematics and datasheets.
• Proficiency with Buildroot or similar build systems for embedded Linux.
• Knowledge of security practices in embedded systems development.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging AI-powered tools and technologies (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar) to measurably improve software development productivity, code quality, or testing efficiency in an embedded systems environment.
• Ability to lead the software development process
• Expertise in applying technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges in creative ways
• Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and positioning others for success
• Thorough knowledge of technology trends and willingness to champion new ideas and process improvements
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

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: Mid Level