General Dynamics Land Systems
Software Engineer - Simulation/Training/Game Development
General Dynamics Land Systems, Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States, 48310
Join a dynamic group of software engineers responsible for the design, development and integration of embedded software solutions for the world's premier land-based combat vehicle producer as a Software Engineer - Simulation/Training/Game Development.This role is a part of the Advanced Capabilities Development team, which is a part of the Advanced Products & Technologies (APT) group at GDLS. Their mission is to investigate, develop, and demonstrate advanced capabilities for the next generation of vehicle platforms. The team works as part of a cross-functional team with responsibility and authority to deliver key vehicle electronics and software products with the goal of integrating and testing them at the subsystem and vehicle level.
Company Information:
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
What We Offer:
Starting your career or you are an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex SpendingCompetitive base pay and incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.401k Match (6%)Educational Assistance9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off)On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environmentOnsite cafeteria, remodeled fitness center, and outdoor fitness track
Responsibilities to Anticipate:
This role will support several ongoing software development activities including:Developing simulations used for soldier trainingOn-Vehicle Embedded Training applicationsUsing software design tools, develop software and documentation as specified by department standardsWrite test procedures and perform unit/functional testing on the executable softwarePerform hardware/software integration along with debugging software issues during the testing phasesPrepare status reports and support design/code reviews with team membersInterface with other GDLS departments and business units as required to complete tasksThis role is a mix of office and lab/vehicle environment where the requirement for being on site approximately 70% of the time for lab/vehicle equipment access
Position Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related technical fieldEntry-level college graduateStrong background in high-level programming languages such as C++ and C#1 year or more experience working with Simulations/Training/Game development devicesExperience with networking and socketsBe comfortable supporting integration issues in a lab and on a vehicleLinux, Unix & PC experienceHighly motivated performerWorks well in a team and individuallyGoal-oriented and able to keep focused on tasksAbility to multi-task on simultaneous development projects, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and mission scopeProactive attitude and enjoyment of working in a fast-paced environmentMust be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtimeStrong communication, interpersonal, and people skills requiredAbility to travel when needed, minimal travel required for this role
Bonus:
Experience working with Training systems is a plusExperience in design, development and integration of military vehiclesExperience with defense department processes and documentation standardsExperience with version control systems like GIT, issue tracking systems like JIRA, and collaboration tools like Confluence, etc.Familiar with Agile development methodology
GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience and education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Company Information:
General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.
What We Offer:
Starting your career or you are an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex SpendingCompetitive base pay and incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.401k Match (6%)Educational Assistance9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off)On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environmentOnsite cafeteria, remodeled fitness center, and outdoor fitness track
Responsibilities to Anticipate:
This role will support several ongoing software development activities including:Developing simulations used for soldier trainingOn-Vehicle Embedded Training applicationsUsing software design tools, develop software and documentation as specified by department standardsWrite test procedures and perform unit/functional testing on the executable softwarePerform hardware/software integration along with debugging software issues during the testing phasesPrepare status reports and support design/code reviews with team membersInterface with other GDLS departments and business units as required to complete tasksThis role is a mix of office and lab/vehicle environment where the requirement for being on site approximately 70% of the time for lab/vehicle equipment access
Position Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related technical fieldEntry-level college graduateStrong background in high-level programming languages such as C++ and C#1 year or more experience working with Simulations/Training/Game development devicesExperience with networking and socketsBe comfortable supporting integration issues in a lab and on a vehicleLinux, Unix & PC experienceHighly motivated performerWorks well in a team and individuallyGoal-oriented and able to keep focused on tasksAbility to multi-task on simultaneous development projects, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and mission scopeProactive attitude and enjoyment of working in a fast-paced environmentMust be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtimeStrong communication, interpersonal, and people skills requiredAbility to travel when needed, minimal travel required for this role
Bonus:
Experience working with Training systems is a plusExperience in design, development and integration of military vehiclesExperience with defense department processes and documentation standardsExperience with version control systems like GIT, issue tracking systems like JIRA, and collaboration tools like Confluence, etc.Familiar with Agile development methodology
GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience and education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.#J-18808-Ljbffr