Vertex Inc

Embedded Software Developer-Dahlgren, VA.

Vertex Inc$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years in technical roles with 4+ years in computer hardware engineering or software design.
  • Experience with agile software processes, familiar with languages like Python, C/C++, R, HTML.
  • Strong understanding of SharePoint and Microsoft Teams for site management.
  • Proficient in developing embedded software, especially in C/C++.
  • Hands-on experience with debugging tools and embedded systems; knowledge of communication protocols is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Provide systems design and technical engineering for guided munitions and related systems.
  • Offer support in project management, technical writing, and risk management.
  • Conduct configuration management and logistics for engagement systems.
  • Engage in the design and development of advanced fire control systems.
  • Collaborate on test and evaluation of current and emerging weapon systems.

Benefits

  • Exposure to advanced and cutting-edge defense technologies.
  • Collaboration within a specialized team focused on guided munitions.
  • Opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic R&D environment.
Full Job Description
Overview

The Advanced Hypersonic Weapons & Guided Munitions Division (E20) of the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) conducts research and development analyses in the following technical disciplines: guided munitions including guided and unguided projectiles, guided missiles, and guided rockets, advanced fire control and methods to close the fire control loop against threats, gun and launcher systems, sensors, and high speed projectiles and bullets.

Responsibilities

V2X is looking for team members to provide systems design and technical engineering; engineering technician and project management support; technical writing, risk management, configuration management and logistics support services in the areas of engagement systems which includes: guided munition weapon systems, guided and unguided projectiles, guided missiles, and guided rockets, advanced fire control and methods to close the fire control loop against emerging threats, gun and launcher systems, sensors, high speed projectiles & bullets, missiles and rockets, and test and evaluation.

Qualifications

Six (6) years professional technical experience which includes at least four (4) years specialized experience performing computer hardware engineering, software design, coding and compilation of code; computer or software requirements management, computer systems or software integration; and utilizing systems engineering software tools.

Specialized experience shall also include demonstrated ability to engineer complex systems with integrated software and hardware solutions. An example includes experience related to weapons systems and/or Navy programs utilizing agile software design processes, such as, but not limited to, Python, R, HTML, C/C++, Unix, and Linux.
Strong understanding of SharePoint and Microsoft Teams, including experience building and managing sites, pages, lists, and libraries.

Strong experience developing embedded software in C and/or C++.Experience working with microcontrollers, SoCs, or embedded Linux systems.Hands on experience with embedded toolchains, debugging tools (JTAG, SWD), oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or serial interfaces.
Knowledge of embedded communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, or similar.

Strong understanding of real time constraints, interrupts, and low-level hardware interactions.Familiarity with version control systems (Git preferred).Ability to analyze technical problems and produce reliable solutions under schedule constraints. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with RTOS environments (FreeRTOS, VxWorks, QNX, RTEMS, etc.).

Experience with ARM Cortex processors or similar embedded architectures.

Familiarity with Python for test automation and scripting.

Experience with embedded security, trusted computing, or secure boot.

Background in DoD, Navy systems, or safety critical applications.

Experience with modeling tools, interface definition, or hardware simulation.

Education / Certifications:
Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline.

Security Clearance Required:
Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

Physical Requirements:
Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

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About Vertex Inc

Vertex Inc is a leading provider of tax technology and services, enabling companies of all sizes to realize the full strategic potential of the tax function by automating and integrating tax processes, while leveraging advanced and predictive analytics of tax data. Vertex provides cloud-based and on-premise solutions that can be tailored to specific industries for every major line of tax, including income, sales and consumer use, value added and payroll. Vertex also offers solutions for tax data management, compliance and reporting, tax research, and planning and analysis. The company was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
Learn more about Vertex Inc
Size
1,200 employees
Market Cap
$2.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$78.9 million
Founded
1978
Revenue
$374.6 million
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