Software Engineer, Embedded and Hardware Test at Mission Systems – Manassas, Virginia

Software Engineer, Embedded and Hardware Test

ID: 2026-71732
US-VA-Manassas
Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 3/30/2026
Category: Engineering-Software
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
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 required at time of 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:

As a Software Engineer for the Common Weapon Launcher and Multi-Tube Weapon Simulator Hardware Test Team, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for designing and developing software and firmware supporting the U.S. Navy's platforms within the Tactical.

We are ready to hire a software Engineer to develop embedded software and firmware on the Common Weapon Launcher Hardware Test Team. As a member of a cross functional team responsible for designing and developing software and firmware supporting the U.S. Navy's most advanced submarines. This role will be heavily focused on interfacing between custom electronics and software.

What you’ll experience:

• Develop C applications interfacing directly with custom electronics
• Create and implement network interfaces between firmware and software
• Maintain and troubleshoot existing firmware and software
• Review and develop test procedures
• Work across teams to design and improve interfaces
• Participate in peer reviews
• Perform unit testing and support integration and test activities

What you bring to the table:

• A foundational understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Familiarity with the software development process from academic or professional experience
• Experience with C and other programing languages
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience with Linux and FPGAs
• An interest in real-time systems or low-latency data management
• Familiarity with using Agile processes is a plus
• Familiarity with Network communication is a plus
• Familiarity with NI LabWindows is a plus
• 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 is fully on-site.
While on-site, you will be a part of the Manassas, VA facility.

Salary Note

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.

Combined Salary Range

USD $95,384.00 - USD $105,817.00 /Yr.

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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