Entry Level -Software Developer - Web Development - Fairfax Virginia

Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems
Location: Fairfax, Virginia
Posted On: 05/19/2024

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience or a Master's degree. Agile experience preferred.

Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.As a Software 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.

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

Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering or other related field and 5 years' experience, or master's degree and 3 years experience
- 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
- 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

Submarine Tactical experience, particularly with combat systems operations
- Network+

- 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
- Ability to be creative, innovative and responsible, and able to master solid decision-making skills.
- 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
- While on-site, you will be a part of the Fair Lakes, VA facility.

#We do this by making the world's most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine what's possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. EOE/Disability/Veteran More...

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