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Senior Software Developer Supervisor

Poway, California

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General Atomics pioneers technologies with the potential to change the world. Behind a talented global team of engineers, GA delivers safe, sustainable, and economical solutions to meet growing global demands. Our Engineers have an opportunity to work on first of a kind product lines within an incredible, dynamic environment.

Engineering positions typically require a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience. Candidates from mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering backgrounds must know the fundamentals of engineering system developments, requirements, testing, and integration before getting to the final stages of customer interface and project management.

  • Schedule: Full-Time Salary

  • Job Level: Supervisory

  • Travel: 0 - 25

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Job ID 47769BR Company General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Experience Level Supervisory Job Title Senior Software Developer Supervisor City Poway State California Workstyle Hybrid Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Salary Salary Range $128,130 - $229,358

Job Summary General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We have an exciting opportunity for a supervisor level Software Developer for our Radar Systems department. This position serves as a supervisor and exercises considerable technical leadership and responsibilities in determining and pursuing course of action necessary to design, develop and/or modify embedded systems.

With limited direction, the selected person guides the successful completion of a program(s) and will function in a leadership role. They will formulate plans for embedded software development and deployment as well as responsible for meeting software compliance standards. Evaluates integration of software applications with the overall computing environment; and responsible for planning/overseeing documentation, testing, maintenance, and software updates. Communicates with domain experts, users, and management throughout the software development lifecycle. The individual may represent the company as the prime technical contact on contracts and/or projects, and interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters requiring coordination between the organizations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provide leadership and determine technical objectives for user requirements and specifications and plan for enterprise software development within the broader organizational scope.
  • Supervise and direct the work of Engineers/Developers and oversee their output for consistency and accuracy.
  • Formulate plans and guides the development and implementation of software solutions including language, coding, platform, resource requirements, testing, and documentation.
  • Plan and coordinate the maintenance of enterprise solutions including debugging, maintenance, and updating to ensure viability in an evolving environment.
  • Plan for future applications based on new developments in computer technology.
  • Functions in a leadership role for a project and/or program and provide direction and guidance to less experienced developers or team of developers.
  • Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:
  • Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in computer science, information systems or related discipline and progressive software development experience as follows; twelve or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, ten or more years of experience with a masters degree, or seven or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
  • Must have minimum 8yrs experience developing software using C/C++.
  • Must have minimum 8yrs experience working with a real time embedded operating systems or Linux OS.
  • Must have excellent understanding of software development concepts, principles, and theory and demonstrate the ability to follow and apply use of programming and analysis concepts.
  • Must have good understanding of networking concepts.
  • Must have strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Must possess the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with some experience in project leadership.
  • Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with other departments, customers, government representatives, and/or professionals; the capability of representing the organization as a prime technical contact and the ability to provide leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals.
  • Must be customer focused, able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment and, able to work extended hours and travel as required.
  • Familiarity with Linux, CI, and DevOps is preferred.
  • Familiarity with microcontrollers and SoC preferred.
  • Familiarity with different communication protocols (1553, UART, SPI, etc.) is preferred.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance required.

Salary:$128,130 - $229,358
Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Secret
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Benefits

  • Healthcare

  • Pension, 401(k)/Retirement Plans

  • Competitive Pay

  • Multiple product lines means a variety of work

  • Paid Time Off

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“The company is growing, has a very good reputation and had open positions in my area of expertise (aircraft design/design methodology development).”
– Peter, Senior Staff Engineer
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“We don't ascribe to quotas; we do ascribe to securing the BEST talent to enrich our culture toward healthy diversification and active/viable community service. We are STEM advocates.”
– Debra, CSSBB: Staff Engineer
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“Every day is different, with different problems to solve and many programs to support. I am a problem solver and have always been motivated by the tough questions.”
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“I work in the Components Engineering and Obsolescence Management Dept. Our efforts are saving General Atomics several millions of dollars by proactively leading and informing the company of all these decisions which significantly impact production, sustainment and new designs.”
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