Posted 4 days ago
Secret
$90,833 - $100,767
Unspecified
Engineering - Systems
Manassas, VA (On-Site/Office)
Basic Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred,
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainble within a reasonable amount of time from 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.
Responsibilities for this Position
ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:
Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. That's the opportunity that's waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nation's heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced they redefine innovation for the world. It's an amazing challenge. And it's waiting for you now.
We are ready to hire a junior C++ Software Engineer to develop software for a next-generation sonar array for future United States Navy submarines, pioneering the use of AI in mission-critical systems. This role will heavily rely on AI-generated software, and your primary responsibility will be to craft effective prompts to produce code. You will then apply your deep engineering expertise to take that AI-generated code and make it function correctly by debugging, refining, and integrating it with other pieces of the system.
As a key member of our team, your talent for blending prompt engineering with hands-on software integration and testing will be front and center. You will be instrumental in transforming AI-generated concepts into robust, fully functional, and tested applications that allow the Navy to carry out high-stakes national security missions.
What you'll experience:
What you bring to the table:
Our Commitment to You:
Workplace Options:
This position i s fully on-site as part of the Progeny Manassas facility.
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Target salary range: USD $90,833.00/Yr. - USD $100,767.00/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.
Company Overview
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
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred,
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainble within a reasonable amount of time from 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.
Responsibilities for this Position
ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:
Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. That's the opportunity that's waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nation's heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced they redefine innovation for the world. It's an amazing challenge. And it's waiting for you now.
We are ready to hire a junior C++ Software Engineer to develop software for a next-generation sonar array for future United States Navy submarines, pioneering the use of AI in mission-critical systems. This role will heavily rely on AI-generated software, and your primary responsibility will be to craft effective prompts to produce code. You will then apply your deep engineering expertise to take that AI-generated code and make it function correctly by debugging, refining, and integrating it with other pieces of the system.
As a key member of our team, your talent for blending prompt engineering with hands-on software integration and testing will be front and center. You will be instrumental in transforming AI-generated concepts into robust, fully functional, and tested applications that allow the Navy to carry out high-stakes national security missions.
What you'll experience:
- Develop C++ applications within a Linux environment as part of a team to meet system requirements for the Navy.
- Develop and optimize applications running on GPU architecture using CUDA.
- Assist in implementing complex sonar signal processing algorithms.
- Learn to manage high-rate data messaging and ensure precision timing constraints are met.
- Utilize AI prompts to generate and run functional code to meet system requirements
- Write code, test, integrate and document software solutions with guidance from senior engineers.
- Support the analysis of system, functional, and performance requirements.
- Participate in software peer reviews.
- Perform software unit testing and support integration and test activities.
What you bring to the table:
- A foundational understanding of software engineering concepts, principles, and theories.
- Familiarity with the software development process from academic or internship experience.
- Experience with C++ from coursework, projects, or internships.
- An interest in real-time systems, signal processing, or high-throughput data management.
- Familiarity with using AI tools for development is a plus.
- Familiarity with Linux environments and/or GPU architecture.
- Excellent communication skills.
- A desire to learn and grow your technical skills.
- Creative thinking and an ability to manage assigned tasks.
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
Workplace Options:
This position i s fully on-site as part of the Progeny Manassas facility.
#CJ2
Target salary range: USD $90,833.00/Yr. - USD $100,767.00/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.
Company Overview
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
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