Embedded Software Engineer Entry Level

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Bloomington, MN
Salary
$77,843–$86,358 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
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Below market

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This role $82k
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This role pays less than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $135,000–$197,750 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $82k versus about $166k for comparable roles.

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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

General Dynamics currently has 1161 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $124,397–$153,102 across 1008 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Embedded Software Engineer Entry Level

The Embedded Software Engineer Entry Level joins a cross-functional team within the Airborne Systems business unit. In this role, you will work on airborne computers that process and display mission data in the cockpit, crypto products for identifying friendly aircraft, and weapon control systems for the launch and control of precision guided weapons. You will be responsible for ensuring advanced aircraft maintain air superiority and information dominance. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Engineering, Science, or Math. Preferred technical skills include strong experience with embedded C/C++ and Linux, along with software development leadership experience. You must understand software engineering concepts, theories, and agile methodology. The work involves developing practical solutions for national security within a research-oriented environment.

What does a Embedded Software Engineer earn?

Median $156363 from 92 postings across 20 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Develop software for airborne computers that process and display mission data in the cockpit.
  • Program crypto products used for identifying friendly aircraft.
  • Develop weapon control systems to enable the launch and control of precision guided weapons.
  • Apply embedded C/C++ and Linux skills to develop mission-critical software.
  • Follow the software development process and agile methodology to complete engineering tasks.
  • Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Maintain and support software for advanced aircraft to ensure air superiority.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Engineering, Science, or Math.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Must possess a current Department of Defense Secret security clearance or above.
  • Strong experience with embedded C/C++ (preferred).
  • Strong experience with Linux (preferred).
  • Software Development Leadership experience (preferred).
  • Clear understanding of software engineering concepts, principles, theories, and agile methodology (preferred).
  • Ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities (preferred).

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