Leonardo DRS

Software Engineer

Leonardo DRS$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering preferred, with 0-1 year of embedded software development experience.
  • Experience in software development using C/C++.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills.
  • Self-motivated and a proactive problem-solver.
  • U.S. Citizenship required, with eligibility for DOD security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Support and engage in technical activities.
  • Design, develop, analyze, and test products and systems.
  • Utilize computer-aided engineering tools in assignments.
  • Work independently while supervised by others.
  • Report progress and status regularly.
  • Ensure timely completion of tasks meeting technical requirements.
  • Review customer specifications to inform design decisions.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Company contribution to a health savings account.
  • Access to telemedicine and life/disability insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan.
  • Wellness programs addressing physical, emotional, and financial health.
  • Career growth and professional development opportunities.
  • Flexible work schedules under a 9/80 program.
Full Job Description
Job ID: 114273
Location: Dallas TX
Schedule: 9/80


The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.

Job Summary

The embedded Software Engineer will be an integral part of our Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) Software Development Team. The Engineer will design, develop and test embedded software for infrared sensors and subsystems. The Engineer will interface with other DRS Team Members representing a wide range of disciplines, including Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, and Manufacturing Operations.

Job Responsibilities

  • Supports and participates in technical activity
  • Designs, develops, analyzes, and tests products, systems or subsystems
  • May use computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software in the performance of assignments
  • Ability to work independently under supervision of others
  • Provides regular reporting of progress and status
  • Responsible for completion of assigned task on time and meeting technical requirements
  • Reviews customer specifications and requirements, and under direction develops designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable
  • Develops prototypes to retire key development risks as directed
  • Communicates clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required
  • Supports, communicates, reinforces and defends the mission, values and culture of the organization
  • Other duties as assigned


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 0-1 year(s) embedded software development experience; prior related intern or coop experience will be considered. A Computer Science or Electrical Engineering Degree is preferred.
  • Experience developing software in C/C++
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Motivated, self-starter individual
  • U.S. Citizenship

DESIRED SKILLS
  • Solid knowledge in Operating System concepts
  • Solid knowledge in Data Structures and Algorithms
  • Experience in mutli-tasking programming, and debugging
  • Familiarity with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers
  • Experience with Microsoft Office


U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

About Leonardo DRS

Leonardo DRS is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide. Focused on defense technology, we develop, manufacture and support a broad range of systems for mission critical and military sustainment requirements, as well as homeland security. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A. which employs more than 45,000 people worldwide. We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture that rewards performance. For additional information on Leonardo DRS, please visit our website at www.leonardodrs.com.
Learn more about Leonardo DRS
Size
11,000 employees
Market Cap
$3.1 billion
Industry
Founded
1968
5 Year Trend
+55.7%
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