General Dynamics
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You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.
Sr Advanced Software Engineer
ID: 2026-80750
US-VA-Manassas
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 11/12/2026
Category: Engineering-Software
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 6 years relevant experience.
Department of Defense Secret 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.
Provide program-level technical leadership for SLCM-N software development and integration, guiding architecture and implementation decisions across engineering teams
Define and evolve architectural standards and technical roadmaps for software components, subsystem interfaces, and system integration
Lead hands-on software design, development, testing, and optimization for mission-critical applications, balancing performance, reliability, and maintainability
Mentor senior engineers and technical leads, strengthen engineering judgment, and guide teams through complex development and integration challenges
Lead integration of SLCM-N software with internal and external subsystems, coordinating interface definitions, data flows, and end-to-end verification across teams
Lead resolution of complex software, networking, and subsystem integration issues, assess system-wide impacts, and drive lasting corrective actions
Establish and champion software engineering best practices, code quality standards, and development processes across teams
Lead architecture and design reviews, evaluate technical tradeoffs, and ensure solutions are scalable, maintainable, and ready for mission-critical integration
Lead technical discussions in program reviews and customer engagements, communicate risks and tradeoffs, and shape technical plans and estimates
Evaluate emerging technologies, identify opportunities to improve SLCM-N capabilities, and guide adoption based on mission value and technical risk
Deep expertise in software engineering, application architecture, and system integration, with sound judgment on complex design and interface tradeoffs
Proven track record of leading large-scale technical initiatives from architectural definition through successful delivery of complex weapon systems
Recognized technical leader who builds consensus and drives architectural decisions across teams and engineering disciplines
Demonstrated success mentoring senior engineers and developing technical leaders while fostering accountability and engineering excellence
Strategic perspective that connects long-term technical direction with mission requirements, customer priorities, and program constraints
Ability to communicate complex technical issues, recommendations, and risks clearly to engineers, program leadership, and customers
Ability to turn innovation and lessons learned into measurable improvements in software quality, system performance, and development effectiveness
We Encourage You to Apply if You Have Any of These Preferred Skills or Experiences:
10+ years of progressive software development experience with expert-level proficiency in C++ programming
Experience developing and integrating complex software applications and subsystem interfaces, including networked communications and distributed systems
Extensive experience developing, debugging, and optimizing software in Linux environments, including system-level programming and scripting
Experience guiding technical execution across Agile/SAFe teams and managing dependencies in large-scale development environments
Advanced knowledge of Qt Framework for developing complex, mission-critical applications
Strong background in containerization and orchestration technologies (Kubernetes and Docker)
Expert-level Git workflow design and branching strategies for large-scale development teams
Experience leading software integration within Submarine Warfare Federated Tactical Systems (SWFTS), including coordination across subsystem teams
Comprehensive knowledge of submarine systems, operations, and tactical mission requirements
Experience with real-time or embedded software, automated testing, and system-level performance analysis and optimization
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
This position is fully on-site
While on-site, you will be a part of the Progeny Mansassas, VA team.
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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 $156,965.00 - USD $174,134.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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