Software Developer I

57247BR

Company:

General Atomics

Job Summary:

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We have an exciting opportunity for an entry level professional in our Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) Software Engineering department. This full-time position provides support for software planning, coordination, development, and testing for products being developed under both government contracts and Internal Research and Development (IR&D) activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Determine user requirements and specifications and plan for software development within the broader organizational scope. Software development includes end–user, system level, and data management applications.

• Formulate detailed plans for the implementation of software solutions. In addition to program design this includes determining language, platform, and resource requirements.

• Implementation of design including coding, testing, and documentation.

• Deployment of applications across the enterprise including cross-platform compliance and insuring availability of necessary resources.

• Code maintenance including debugging and updating to keep pace with the evolving environment.

• Assist in planning for future applications based on new developments in computer technology.

• Communicate with the software developer group, users, management and with the wider community.

• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job ID#:

57247BR

Job Category:

Engineering

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Hourly

State:

California

Clearance Level:

Secret

Pay Range Low:

71,950

City:

San Diego

Clearance Required?:

Yes

Pay Range High:

109,885

Recruitment Posting Title:

Software Developer

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.

• Experience and coursework with C++ is desirable.

• Previous internship or projects involving software development is a plus.

• Must have a basic understanding of software development concepts, principles, and theory and demonstrate the ability to follow and apply basic use of programming and analysis concepts.

• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.

• Good communication, computer and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other professionals, to produce appropriate documentation, and to present results to a limited internal audience.

• Success in position requires consistent display of the following key abilities:

• Rapid and effective problem solving: identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop innovative solutions to a variety of complex problems.

• Communication skills to document, develop, and present technical issues so that stakeholders across the organization readily understand the content and their related actions.

• Schedule performance: influencing and collaborating across the organization to result in project success.

• Must be customer focused and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment and able to work extended hours and travel as required.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Experience Level:

Entry-Level (0-2 years)

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

Workstyle:

Hybrid

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.