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Embedded Software Engineer for Crypto and Cross Domain Solutions

General Dynamics
Scottsdale, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 5/30/2026 CLOSED ON 6/6/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Embedded Software Engineer for Crypto and Cross Domain Solutions position at General Dynamics?

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 3 years relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a 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 require

Responsibilities for this Position

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As an Embedded software engineer for the Space, Cyber, and Intelligence (SC&I) business area, you'll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for developing software features and engineering solutions for Crypto and Cross Domain Solutions.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: Embedded Software Development with RTOS (WindRiver Linux), Software Engineering, Software Testing.

What sets you apart:
  • Ability to lead the software development process
  • Expertise in applying technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges in creative ways
  • Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and positioning others for success
  • Thorough knowledge of technology trends and willingness to champion new ideas and process improvements
  • 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-benefits

Other preferred skills:
  • Experience with WindRiver Linux or other Real Time OS development (VxWorks, GHS, FreeRTOS)
  • Linux application development experience
  • Linux administration experience
  • Experience with SELinux
  • Experience with Git or GitLab
  • Proficient in C/C
  • Experience with BASH, sed, awk
  • Team oriented, personally driven, fast-paced environment
  • Familiar with agile and scrums
  • BONUS: Experience with Information assurance, secure software development strategies and concepts
  • BONUS: Python experience
  • BONUS: Rust experience
  • BONUS: Linux Kernel/Driver experience
  • BONUS: Experience customizing/creating Linux distributions
  • BONUS: Experience with GTK/GTKmm
  • BONUS: Experience with cross-domain solutions

Workplace Options:
This position is fully on-site in Scottsdale, AZ.

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 $124,397.00 - USD $138,003.00 /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

Salary : $124,397 - $138,003

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