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!
Work on a cross-functional team developing airborne computers that process and display cockpit mission data, crypto products for identifying friendly aircraft, and weapon control systems for precision-guided weapons.
What you need
Requires a bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or a related STEM field plus 2 years of relevant experience, or a master's degree plus 6 months of relevant experience.
A DoD Secret clearance at hire and U.S. citizenship are required.
Education: a bachelor's degree or a postgraduate degree
Key skills
C in embedded environmentsBare bone softwareMemory map interfacingSPI/QSPIUARTI2CRSTPVLANPTPAnti-Tamper/Securitysoftware engineering conceptsAI
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Junior Embedded Software Engineer (cleared)
Posted Date
1 day ago
(10/14/2026 9:54 AM)
ID
2026-75099
Job Location
US-MN-Bloomington
Required Clearance
Secret
Category
Engineering-Software
Employment Type
Full Time
Hiring Company
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 6 months 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.
Responsibilities for this Position
Relocation Assistance available
ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:
As a software engineer for Airborne Systems, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for airborne computers that process and display mission data in the cockpit, to crypto products for identifying friendly aircraft, and weapon control systems that enable the launch and control of precision guided weapons, we work to ensure the world's most advanced aircraft maintain air superiority and information dominance.
We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:
What sets you apart:
Knowledge and experience with C in embedded environments
Experience with Bare bone software – no operating system
Experience with Memory map interfacing
Experience with Communication buses: SPI/QSPI, UART, I2C
Experience with Network Protocols: RSTP, VLAN, PTP
Experience with Anti-Tamper/Security
Understanding of software development process, as well as software engineering concepts, principles, and theories
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 on-site.
You will be a part of the Bloomington, Minnesota office located at 8800 Queens Avenue S.
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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 $100,153.00 - USD $109,000.00 /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!
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