Software Engineer - Active Secret Clearance

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Manassas, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$90,833–$100,767 Per Year
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Bash Scripting, Build Management, Chef (Configuration Management), Communication Skills, CompTIA Linux+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Computer Hardware, Computer Science, Configuration Management, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Csh (C Shell) Scripting, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Electronics, Hardware Administration, Hardware Installation, IAT - Information Assurance Technical, IDE (Integrated Development Environment), Identify Issues, Information Systems/Technology IS/IT Administration, Information Technology & Information Systems, Interpersonal Skills, K Virtual Machine (KVM), Ksh (Korn Shell) Scripting, Leadership, Linux Administration, Linux Operating System, Mathematics, Microsoft Windows Server, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Operating Systems, Performance Testing, Puppet (Configuration Management), Red Hat Linux Operating System, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Secret Clearance, Software Administration, Software Engineering, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), System Integration (SI), System Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Tcsh (Turbo C Shell) Scripting, Team Player, Training/Teaching, United States Citizen, United States Navy (USN), Unix Shell Programming, Vehicle Fleets, Virtual Machine (VM), Virtualization
LOCATION
Manassas, VA
POSTED
1 day ago

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 requires an active 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 requiredCandidate must be local to area and able to work onsite. 

Responsibilities for this Position

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As a Software Integration Engineer for the Multipurpose Interactive Trainer (MIT) team, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for delivering cutting edge training systems to submarine fleets of both the US Navy and Royal Australian Navy. The MIT team’s work is fast-paced and exciting and involves integrating cutting-edge software builds to deliver training for systems and capabilities that are not yet present in the Submarine Fleet. Training is deployed to Navy Bases including San Diego, Pearl Harbor, Bangor, Norfolk, Groton, Kings Bay and Perth, Australia.

 

As a member of our team, you will execute the following tasks:

  • Install, configure, test and maintain operating systems, system services, application software and system management tools for Linux systems, both natively and within virtual machines
  • Monitor and test application performance to identify issues with installation and performance
  • Troubleshoot Information Technology (IT) systems to diagnose and suggest/implement potential solutions
  • Support physical hardware installation of IT computing equipment and cabling at both local and remote sites
  • Install, manage, and load-balance Kubernetes clusters

 

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science/engineering or another related field
  • Professional and experienced understanding of software engineering concepts, principles, and theories and skilled at applying technical standards
  • Experience installing, configuring and maintaining Linux-based systems
  • Experience with shell scripting (e.g., bash, ksh, csh, tcsh, etc.)
  • Ability to grasp and apply new information quickly, as well as navigate complex systems and scenarios
  • Takes initiative on assignments and professional execution of projects with little direction
  • Solid knowledge of software tools supporting Integrated Development Environments (IDE), version control, defect reporting and scripting

What sets you apart:

  • Active Secret level clearance
  • Submarine Tactical experience, particularly with combat systems operations
  • Current IAT Level I certifications, such as Network+, Security+, or Linux+
  • Experience with system build automation tools (i.e., Linux Kickstart, Puppet, Chef, Windows Deployment Server)
  • Networking knowledge (OSI Network layers, TCP/IP, DHCP)
  • Computer/Electronics Hardware Knowledge
  • Configuration management experience with both centralized and distributed version control systems
  • Experience with virtualization technologies, preferably Red Hat KVM
  • Ability to be creative, innovative and responsible, and able to master solid decision-making skills.
  • Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments
  • Demonstrated leadership ability
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to professionally represent the program
  • Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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 in Manassas, Virginia.

While on-site, you will be a part of the Manassas Facility (VAMS03) 

Travel of at least 10% will be required.

 

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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 $90,833.00 - USD $100,767.00 /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

About the Company

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General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, employees share a common mission to be a trusted partner to the U.S. defense, intelligence and homeland security communities.

Whether you're working on the internal systems of a new ship strategic to the U.S. Navy's role in keeping sea lanes open, developing a camera system for the U.S. Army to protect our forces or helping the Department of Homeland Security coordinate defense against and response to cyber attacks, you'll share a sense of duty and patriotism common to all General Dynamics employees.

When you join General Dynamics, you'll become part of a culture that nurtures innovation. We encourage our professionals to challenge the conventional way of doing things. And we motivate our employees to solve tough customer problems by promoting and sharing new ideas.

Join a team that's dedicated to what matters most. Build your career at General Dynamics today.

General Dynamics Mission Systems is a business unit of General Dynamics. Headquartered in Falls Church, Va., General Dynamics employs approximately 91,000 people worldwide. The company is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense
FOUNDED
1952
WEBSITE
https://gdmissionsystems.com