Job Description

Responsibilities for this Position

Software Engineer Entry Level

ID: 2025-65238
USA-WA-Port Orchard
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 2/3/2025
Category: Engineering-Software
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelors degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Agile experience preferred.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period of time. 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

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As a Software Engineer for the APDL Program, youll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for designing and developing software solutions to support U.S. Navy ship platforms . We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:

• Experience with Java and / or JavaScript (Vue.js)
• Experience with PostgreSQL and / or Oracle.

What sets you apart:

• Understanding of core software engineering concepts and the software product lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to trouble shoot complex issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in collaborative team environments, including using collaboration tools.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
• Basic knowledge & understanding of some or all the following items is desired but not required:
• Windows, Linux, Jboss / Wildfly, Versioning Control solutions (i.e., GIT, SVN), GitLab, Docker, Jira.

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 nations 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, with some availability of remote.
While on-site, you will be a part of the Port Orchard, Washington team.

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 $75,946.00 - USD $84,253.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we rise to the challenge each day to ensure the safety of those that lead, serve, and protect the world we live in. We do this by making the worlds most advanced defense platforms even smarter. Our engineers redefine whats possible and our manufacturing team brings it to life, building the brains behind the brawn on submarines, ships, combat vehicles, aircraft, satellites, and other advanced systems.

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with this shared sense of purpose, committed to a diverse and exciting employee experience that drives innovation and creates a community where all feel welcome and a part of something amazing.

We offer highly competitive benefits and a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. To see more about our benefits, visit

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran

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Job Tags

Full time, Flexible hours,

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