General Dynamics

Senior Principal Software Engineer

General Dynamics$183K — $193K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or related STEM field plus 10 years experience, or Master's degree plus 8 years experience.
  • Ability to obtain a Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance required.
  • U.S. citizenship required due to security nature of work.
  • Proven technical leadership in software engineering.
  • Demonstrated experience in full software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Lead efforts in software development from prototype to production-quality products.
  • Implement software engineering best practices including testing and version control.
  • Design and develop custom software for proprietary hardware.
  • Manage CI/CD pipeline for software deployment.
  • Oversee Kubernetes administration and containerization technologies.

Benefits

  • Flexible 9/80 work schedule allowing every other Friday off.
  • Continuous learning and development opportunities.
  • Paid parental leave and comprehensive healthcare benefits.
  • 401k matching and health & wellness programs.
  • Fully on-site or flexible hybrid work options.
Full Job Description
Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 8 years relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense TS/SCI 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

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:
  • Demonstrated ownership of the full software development lifecycle
  • Proven technical leadership of software engineers
  • Track record of taking software from prototype/R&D maturity to production-quality, maintainable, deliverable products
  • Strong grounding in software engineering best practices (testing, version control, design review, documentation, technical debt management)
  • Developing C2, device management, or platform control software for custom/proprietary hardware
  • Designing software interfaces to FPGA-based systems or bespoke embedded hardware
  • Stateful system design: state machines, operational sequencing, configuration management, and fault handling
  • Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
  • Kubernetes administration and operations, including authoring Helm charts for application packaging and deployment
  • Containerization technologies (containerd, Docker, Podman)
  • Enterprise software design principles: API design, service-oriented architecture, modular/layered system design
  • Embedded software development in a Linux environment


What sets you apart:
  • Experience with optical, RF, or other communication system modem hardware
  • Familiarity with hardware-software co-design workflows and FPGA integration patterns
  • Track record of driving software platform reuse across multiple programs or product lines
  • Experience standing up development environments, toolchains, and engineering infrastructure for small-to-mid-size teams
  • Experience applying AI/ML tools to accelerate engineering workflows
  • Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the software development life cycle
  • Commitment to growing and developing others, building long-term subject matter experts, not just executing on current contracts
  • Exceptional communication skills with the capacity to coordinate across multidisciplinary hardware and software teams
  • MCP (Model Context Protocol) server development and AI-tooling integration


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 fully on-site or hybrid/Flex as desired.
  • While on-site, you will be a part of the Annapolis Junction, MD facility.


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 $183,381.00 - USD $193,049.00 /Yr.

About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is involved in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat vehicles and systems, armaments, and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and mission-critical information systems and technologies. General Dynamics has four main business segments. Aerospace designs, develops, manufacturers and services a comprehensive offering of advanced business-jet aircraft. Combat Systems specializes in producing, supporting and sustaining land and expeditionary combat systems for the U.S. military and its allies. Marine Systems designs, builds and supports submarines and a variety of surface ships for the U.S. Navy and commercial customers. The Information Systems and Technology group offers a breadth and depth of technology and service capabilities that support a wide range of government and commercial needs, including systems integration expertise; hardware and software products; and engineering, management and support services.

General Dynamics Careers

Join the dynamic team at General Dynamics, a leader in global defense, aerospace, and technology services. As a pivotal player in innovation and security, General Dynamics offers unparalleled job opportunities for professionals eager to advance their careers in a cutting-edge environment.

Work You’ll Do

At General Dynamics, we empower our employees to drive innovation and lead with integrity and excellence. With a commitment to professional growth and diversity, our team is at the forefront of developing solutions that make a difference in the world. Whether in engineering, cybersecurity, or project management, your work at General Dynamics will contribute to missions that matter.

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General Dynamics is not just a company; it's a community where you can build a career that aligns with your passion and skills. From internships to leadership positions, the breadth of opportunities supports your professional journey at every stage.

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Join a team where innovation is the status quo. At General Dynamics, you’ll work alongside industry experts to solve complex challenges with cutting-edge technology. Our leadership is committed to fostering a culture of growth and learning, where you can lead projects that explore new frontiers.

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Invest in your future with General Dynamics’ robust professional development programs. Enhance your skills through targeted training, workshops, and seminars that propel your expertise and leadership capabilities forward.

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At General Dynamics, we believe diversity drives innovation. Our inclusive culture welcomes diverse perspectives and ideas, fostering an environment where all employees can thrive. Through diversity training and networking opportunities, we ensure every team member can contribute uniquely and significantly.

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Experience a culture that prioritizes the well-being and satisfaction of its employees. General Dynamics offers competitive benefits, including health care, retirement plans, and flexible working arrangements, to ensure a healthy work-life balance. Our team-oriented culture encourages collaboration and mutual respect, making General Dynamics a great place to work.

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Learn more about General Dynamics
Size
103,100 employees
Market Cap
$67.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1952
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$37.9 billion
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