Embedded Software Engineer

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires one year of experience, or a Master's degree. Agile experience preferred.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required 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.

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

What You'll Get to Do:

• Deep dive into software, firmware, and hardware components to understand their architecture, functionality, and communication protocols.
• Analyze assembly language, machine code, and source code to decipher complex algorithms, uncover hidden features, and identify security flaws.
• Specialize in identifying vulnerabilities unique to embedded systems, including buffer overflows, stack vulnerabilities, and memory leaks.
• Utilize advanced development/debugging tools, e.g., C compliers, linkers, in-circuit debug, logic analyzers
• Document reverse engineering efforts and results
• Work individually and with a team to complete tasks

Qualifications & Experience

• Expert in embedded C programming.
• Proficient in one or more assembly languages.
• Familiarity with embedded systems architecture, microcontrollers, and real-time operating systems.

Our Commitment to You:

• 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
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Target salary range: USD $90,098.00/Yr. - USD $96,000.00/Yr. This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans