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Join a dynamic engineering organization that is responsible for the design, development and support embedded software solutions for the world's premier land-based combat vehicle producer. The Production Software Manager will lead and manage our software development efforts across multiple fielded programs. The successful candidate will draw from their broad technical experience to successfully plan, develop and execute team objectives while incorporating industry best practices. You will utilize your experience in team building and leverage industry best practices that deliver repeatable, consistent results. This highly visible role will develop project plans, track project execution and lead by example. Your contribution in this role will help influence the future technical direction of the software organization and will encompass the evaluation of personnel, assessment of tools as well as process improvements. You will be leveraging the latest in hardware and software advancements (including ML/AI environments). You will collaborate closely with other disciplines on the team that are highly creative, dynamic and fast paced.
Company Information: General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment. Hybrid or onsite:
This will be a majority on-site position
What We Offer: If you are just starting your career or are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you. Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits. 401k Match (6%) Educational assistance 9-80 Work Schedule (The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.) On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled and updated fitness center, and outdoor fitness track
Responsibilities: This position will provide leadership and direction to the Software Engineering organization, including technical guidance, manpower, planning, hiring, performance evaluations etc. You will be responsible for managing department objectives, execution, budgets and schedules while ensuring work is performed within those constraints This position will coordinate and assign personnel to tasks within each software area in order for them to meet program objectives Play a key role in making the software organization the flagship of the company Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills with a Professional Attitude Have a proactive attitude and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
Requirements:
Applicants should have experience in several of the following categories: Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Robotics Engineering A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience Have broad and deep technical understanding on various software architectures, design patterns and underlying technologies that support them. Strong C++ and Object-Oriented Architecture and Design Experience desired Strong experience in configuration management and software build toolchains<