Senior Embedded Software Engineer Software

Front Door Defense; BLOOMINGTON, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Flexible time off

Healthcare benefits

Health & wellness programs

Job summary

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) in Bloomington, MN, seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to lead the secure embedded software stack development for next‑generation DoD systems. This on‑site role requires a DoD Secret clearance, US citizenship, and a strong background in C for embedded environments.

You will design, implement, and verify security‑critical firmware, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and apply MBSE/SysML methods to advance innovative defense technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or related STEM field with 8+ years of experience, or Master's with 6+ years.
• Active DoD Secret clearance is required at hire; U.S. citizenship is mandatory.
• Strong embedded C and MBSE skills, plus knowledge of network protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of a secure embedded software stack for next‑generation DoD systems.
• Collaborate across cross‑functional teams to deliver secure software.
• Apply MBSE and SysML methods and ensure code quality with coverage and static analysis.

Skills

C in embedded environments

MBSE

Network protocols

GitLab

Code coverage

Static code analysis

JTAG

RTSP/VLAN/PTP

Security

FPGA experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Magic Draw

Parasoft/CppCheck

Job description

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Lead development of secure embedded software stack for next-generation DoD systems

Location: Bloomington, Minnesota

Compensation: $149,831 - 159,000 USD / year

About The Role

Senior Staff Software Engineer

As a senior staff software engineer, you'll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for the next generation of embedded system security.

Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 6 years relevant experience.

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.

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

• Knowledge of C in embedded environments
• Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE)
• Extensive knowledge with network protocols

What sets you apart:

• Knowledge of C in embedded environments
  • Bare bone software – no operating system
  • Memory map interfacing
  • Communication buses: SPI/QSPI, UART, I2C
  • JTAG – remote debug
  • PTP
  • Experience with developing against/within an FPGA
  • Polarfire, Versal, Kintex Ultrascale
• MBSE/SySML
  • Magic Draw Experience
  • Software Design as part of an MBSE initiative
• Knowledge of GitLab
  • Defining Runners
• Knowledge of Code coverage and static code analysis tools: Parasoft/CppCheck
• Network Protocols: RSTP, VLAN, PTP, etc
  • Auto Negotiation / Link Training
• Anti-Tamper/Security

Expertise in applying technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges

Exceptional communication skills with the capacity to secure buy-in on concepts and ideas

Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success

Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others

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. While on-site, you will be a part of the GDMS Bloomington (MN) community.

Combined Salary Range: USD $149,831.00 - USD $159,000.00 /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