Embedded Software Engineer Intern

General Dynamics

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Work type: Hybrid
Location: Boise, IDSalt Lake City, UT
Employment: Intern
Posted: 2 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 52 roles within 25 mi

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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.

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TL;DR · Embedded Software Engineer Intern

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As an Embedded Software Engineer Intern within the Idaho Scientific group, you will join a cross-functional team focused on designing and deploying secure system solutions. You will work on projects involving novel CPU design, crypto cores, purpose-built system-on-a-chip architectures, and hardened operating systems to ensure military systems remain safe in future conflicts. Your daily work involves designing, debugging, testing, and documenting technical solutions while collaborating with hardware and software engineers in a security-focused environment. The role requires proficiency in embedded C/C++, RTOS, digital logic, Verilog, SystemVerilog, FPGA development, or ASIC design flow. You should also possess a strong understanding of software engineering principles, agile methodology, and the ability to apply new information quickly. This position addresses critical technical challenges in securing defense infrastructure through advanced hardware and software integration.

What does a Embedded Software Engineer earn?

Median $153738 from 66 postings across 15 companies.

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Skills

C C++ RTOS Verilog SystemVerilog FPGA ASIC Digital Logic Agile AI

What you'll do

Design and deploy secure system solutions using novel CPU designs and crypto cores.
Develop purpose-built system-on-a-chip architectures for military applications.
Implement and maintain hardened operating systems for secure environments.
Debug, test, and document technical solutions for hardware and software systems.
Apply embedded C/C++ and RTOS principles to develop firmware and software.
Utilize Verilog or SystemVerilog for FPGA development and ASIC design flows.
Follow agile methodologies to manage the software development lifecycle.
Identify opportunities to integrate AI tools for continuous process improvement.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Engineering, Science, or Math.
U.S. citizenship is required.
A Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire.
Strong foundation in embedded C/C++, RTOS, digital logic, Verilog/SystemVerilog, FPGA development, or ASIC design flow (preferred).
Evidence of hands-on problem solving through personal, academic, internship, lab, or open-source work (preferred).
Clear communication and ability to work with hardware and software engineers in a security-focused environment (preferred).
Understanding of software engineering concepts, principles, theories, development processes, and agile methodology (preferred).
Ability to grasp new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities (preferred).