This role pays less than
80%
of similar roles. Most pay
$130,375–$193,000
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$122k
versus about
$162k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
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
1123 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$124,093–$150,385
across 984 roles with salary data.
As an Embedded Software Engineer on the Airborne Systems team, you will join a cross-functional group developing critical technologies for aircraft. You will be responsible for building and maintaining airborne computers that process and display mission data in the cockpit, crypto products used to identify friendly aircraft, and weapon control systems for launching precision guided weapons. Your daily work involves software design, code integration, testing, and developing low-level software solutions by analyzing hardware specifications and interfaces. To succeed in this role, you must demonstrate proficiency in C++, C, and Python, alongside a solid background in Linux, RTOS, and hardware/software integration. You will apply technical standards to solve complex challenges while ensuring advanced aircraft maintain air superiority. This position focuses on the specialized domain of mission-critical aviation systems and defense technology.
What does a Embedded Software Engineer earn?
Median $151500 from 65 postings across 16 companies.
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SELinux
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