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 within 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 cockpits, crypto products used to identify friendly aircraft, and weapon control systems that enable the launch and control of precision guided weapons. The role requires expertise in software design, code integration, and testing while utilizing a technical stack that includes C++, C, Python, Linux, and RTOS. You will also work on hardware and software integration and may apply Agentic AI for continuous innovation. This position focuses on solving complex problems to ensure advanced aircraft maintain air superiority and information dominance through high-tech solutions in the defense sector.
What does a Embedded Software Engineer earn?
Median $151500 from 65 postings across 16 companies.
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