Software Engineering Specialist - Displays/Graphical User Interface

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Position Title: Software Engineering Specialist - Displays/Graphical User Interface

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Category: Engineering

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: MI

City: Sterling Heights

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: Ability to obtain security clearance

Career Level: Mid-Career

Requisition ID: 14829963

Date Posted: Aug 22, 2024

Description: About the Role:

Join a dynamic group of software engineers responsible for the development and support of embedded application software for a family of ground vehicles. The engineer will participate in activities covering the entire software development life cycle, from requirements development to final testing and delivery of software products. Activities include:

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:

• Develop display software to include the graphical user interface for a wide-ranging vehicle platform.
• Perform software requirements analysis.
• Develop software preliminary and detailed design utilizing software design tools as specified by department standards.
• Develop code to implement software design, code development shall conform to department standards and procedures.
• Develop test procedures and perform unit/functional test on the executable software.
• Perform hardware/software integration.
• Debug software issues discovered throughout multiple testing phases.
• Develop and maintain software in accordance with the project and department development processes.
• Release software as specified by department standards.
• Prepare status reports to management and support design/code reviews.
• Interface with other GDLS departments and business units, including Systems Engineering and Quality.
• Work within DOORS database to create and maintain engineering documentation.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
• 3-5 years related engineering experience, with strong preference for embedded software.
• Strong background in C#, C++, C Python, QT and QML
• Be comfortable supporting integration issues in a lab and on a vehicle.
• Knowledge of Mil STD 1553, Ethernet, and CAN data bus desired.
• Knowledge/experience with GIT, Bitbucket, and Confluence desired
• Knowledge/experience with DOORS desired.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Linux, Unix & PC experience strongly desired.
• Some travel may be required.
• Role is a mix of office and lab/vehicle environment

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 for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
About the Role:

Join a dynamic group of software engineers responsible for the development and support of embedded application software for a family of ground vehicles. The engineer will participate in activities covering the entire software development life cycle, from requirements development to final testing and delivery of software products. Activities include:

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:

• Develop display software to include the graphical user interface for a wide-ranging vehicle platform.
• Perform software requirements analysis.
• Develop software preliminary and detailed design utilizing software design tools as specified by department standards.
• Develop code to implement software design, code development shall conform to department standards and procedures.
• Develop test procedures and perform unit/functional test on the executable software.
• Perform hardware/software integration.
• Debug software issues discovered throughout multiple testing phases.
• Develop and maintain software in accordance with the project and department development processes.
• Release software as specified by department standards.
• Prepare status reports to management and support design/code reviews.
• Interface with other GDLS departments and business units, including Systems Engineering and Quality.
• Work within DOORS database to create and maintain engineering documentation.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
• 3-5 years related engineering experience, with strong preference for embedded software.
• Strong background in C#, C++, C Python, QT and QML
• Be comfortable supporting integration issues in a lab and on a vehicle.
• Knowledge of Mil STD 1553, Ethernet, and CAN data bus desired.
• Knowledge/experience with GIT, Bitbucket, and Confluence desired
• Knowledge/experience with DOORS desired.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Linux, Unix & PC experience strongly desired.
• Some travel may be required.
• Role is a mix of office and lab/vehicle environment

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 for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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