Join a dynamic engineering organization that is responsible for the design, development and support embedded software solutions for the world's premier land-based combat vehicle producer.
The Production Software Manager will lead and manage our software development efforts across multiple fielded programs. The successful candidate will draw from their broad technical experience to successfully plan, develop and execute team objectives while incorporating industry best practices. You will utilize your experience in team building and leverage industry best practices that deliver repeatable, consistent results. This highly visible role will develop project plans, track project execution and lead by example. Your contribution in this role will help influence the future technical direction of the software organization and will encompass the evaluation of personnel, assessment of tools as well as process improvements.
You will be leveraging the latest in hardware and software advancements (including ML/AI environments). You will collaborate closely with other disciplines on the team that are highly creative, dynamic and fast paced.
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.
Hybrid or onsite:
This will be a majority on-site position
What We Offer:
If you are just starting your career or 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 (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 and updated fitness center, and outdoor fitness track
Responsibilities:
This position will provide leadership and direction to the Software Engineering organization, including technical guidance, manpower, planning, hiring, performance evaluations etc.
You will be responsible for managing department objectives, execution, budgets and schedules while ensuring work is performed within those constraints
This position will coordinate and assign personnel to tasks within each software area in order for them to meet program objectives
Play a key role in making the software organization the flagship of the company
Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills with a Professional Attitude
Have a proactive attitude and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
Requirements:
Applicants should have experience in several of the following categories:
Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Robotics Engineering
A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
Have broad and deep technical understanding on various software architectures, design patterns and underlying technologies that support them.
Strong C++ and Object-Oriented Architecture and Design Experience desired
Strong experience in configuration management and software build toolchains
Be goal oriented, focused on team composition and team execution
Must have minimum 7+ years of experience running embedded software teams and be familiar with mixed Operating System environments VxWorks, Linux, RTOS, Virtualization, BSPs, etc.
Strong background and understanding of product development, quality control, and product readiness requirements
Experience with serial and network protocols such as RS-232/422, CAN, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, etc.
Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams
Bonus:
Advanced degree (MS, PhD) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Robotics Engineering
Experience with the use of Agile processes
Experience working with or in a military or federal environment
Familiarity of Model Based Engineering a plus (SysML, UML, etc.)
Experience with version control systems like GIT, Issue Tracking system like JIRA and Collaboration tools like Confluence, etc.
Experience/Familiarity with the use of Hypervisors
Familiarity with Ada
This position may possibly require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)
Pay Transparency:
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.
General Dynamics Land Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race and/or ethnic background, national origin and/or ancestry, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, age, military service, veteran status, disability, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, genetic information, or membership in any class protected by applicable law from discrimination in employment.