Job Description

About the Role:

The Lead Software Configuration Engineer will participate in activities involving the building and configuration management of ground combat vehicle software. Software Configuration Management (SCM) is responsible for ensuring that software changes are properly implemented, no problems are introduced as a result of the build and release process, that documentation for each change is properly created or updated and software configuration control is maintained. As the Lead Software Configuration Engineer, you will be the focal point for all Software configuration team and provide a tasks to other team members. Your role will include the process improvement and adherence to complete the software configuration management reliably and repeatably

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 experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
• 401k Match (6%)
• Educational Assistance
• 9-80 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 environment
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.

Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role:

• Performing review of software build requests and build instructions
• Developing and maintaining software build scripts
• Following build documentation to create formal software products
• Working alongside developers to identify and diagnose build issues
• Generating software release media
• Performing configuration management audits and evaluations to verify all software items and builds are correctly stored and documented
• Establishing and maintaining an SCM library/repository for software build product baselines
• Manage Software Configuration work load
• Provide guidance to Software configuration team

Secondary Tasks:

• Proposing and/or participating in process improvement initiatives related to SCM activities
• Participating in or supporting certification audits as they relate to SCM processes
• Preparing status reports for management
• Interfacing with other GDLS departments and business units
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Sought:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related technical field
• 7 - 10 years of related engineering experience preferred
• Strong background in configuration management software (GIT, Bit Bucket, JIRA, SVN)
• Strong background in Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment
• experience in development pipelines and/or Dev Sec Ops
• Experience in Linux shell scripting.
• Be comfortable supporting integration issue resolution in a lab environment.
• Linux, Unix & PC experience
• Detail oriented mindset
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Effective interpersonal skills
• V erbal and written communication skills.
• B asic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Additional Information / Desired Experience

• This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)
• Must be able to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required
• Work environment is roughly 70% in office and 30% in a laboratory
• Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position.

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer .

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to benefits@gdls.com for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.