Software Engineer

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a provider of military and commercial engineering services. GA-SI is a leading-edge expert in systems integration technologies, reliability improvements, and controls system design.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Software Developer or Electrical Engineer (EE) with Software emphasis to join our Electrical Systems team located in Kaysville Utah. We are looking for someone with experience in embedded real time controls Software Development who has worked in an aerospace environment following certification industry standards to join our GA-SI software team. This person will work in a team environment with experienced software developers.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead, coordinate, and participate in new product design and engineering sustainment of systems and products with particular emphasis for embedded aerospace controls.
• Performs full lifecycle software development and activities to industry standards ARP4754a and DO-178C in a team environment. Matures process for successful completion of program(s) following GA and aerospace software industry standards for commercial, military, and space applications. Interfaces with Hardware following DO-254 activities for electronic hardware development.
• May design and test firmware for FPGAs, CAD experience in design, simulation, and synthesis of circuits on FPGAs.
• Lead development of proposals and product development planning.
• Mentor technical teams, hardware/software, designers, analysts through the full product lifecycle.
• Guide architecture trades to search and find balanced technical, schedule and cost solutions for the customer.
• Works with Senior Manager and Director to implement and improve execution and design practices.
• Tailor the GA standard processes, methods, tools, and metrics as required for Program unique requirements.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for engineering with the customer, systems integrators, program management and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
• Supports and leads the engineering staff in the analysis, investigation, and resolution of routine engineering problems.
• Demonstrates strong understanding of design, analysis, fabrication and test techniques for space and military and emphasizing commercial applications in particular experience following commercial certification standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Familiarity with control systems and implementation of controls with embedded controllers developing software with experience satisfying ARP-4754 and DO-178C, use of primary programming languages for embedded controls such as C/C++, Python, Java.
• Must possess the ability to contribute to the development of new concepts and principles; resolve unusually complex technical problems; serve as spokesperson on projects and/or programs; with technical expertise in one or more areas of engineering.
• Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective leadership interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team environment is required.
• Experience in all phases of the program lifecycle - pre-proposal through sustainment.
• Demonstrated strategic development and analysis skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point).
• Experience mentoring and developing technical talent.
• Demonstrated experience with development for, requirements/implementation/integration/test, readiness, and operations of systems, use of requirements management tools such as DOORS and JAMA.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.