Junior Embedded Software Engineer

Career growth, mission-focused engineering, and strong team support come together in this on-site role in Fort Wayne, IN. You will contribute to cross-functional development efforts building airborne computer systems, cryptographic products for identifying friendly aircraft, and weapon control systems supporting precision guided weapons. This position also includes a path for continuous learning, flexible time off options, and competitive benefits.

What you will work on

As an embedded software engineer for Airborne Systems, you’ll support a cross-functional team responsible for airborne computers used to process and display mission data in the cockpit. You’ll also help develop cryptographic products for identifying friendly aircraft and weapon control systems that enable the launch and control of precision guided weapons. The work supports advanced aircraft maintaining air superiority and information dominance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a cross-functional team delivering software for airborne computer systems, cryptographic identification products, and weapon control systems.
• Develop embedded capabilities that support processing and display of mission data in the cockpit.
• Contribute to solutions used for identifying friendly aircraft and supporting control of precision guided weapons.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 6 months relevant experience
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance required at time of hire
• Selected applicants will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
• U.S. citizenship required due to the nature of work performed within company facilities

Technology and engineering focus

• C in embedded environments
• Bare-bone software experience (no operating system)
• Memory map interfacing
• Communication buses: SPI/QSPI, UART, I2C
• Network protocols: RSTP, VLAN, PTP
• Anti-Tamper/Security
• Knowledge of software development process and software engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Ability to identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Benefits and work style

• Exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
• Research-oriented work with award-winning teams developing practical solutions for national security
• Flexible schedule with an every-other Friday off work option (9/80 schedule), if desired
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and wellness programs, and employee resource and social groups

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

Workplace and compensation

• Location: On-site in Fort Wayne, IN
• Salary: USD 90,615 to 100,000 per year