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Software Engineer Staff

General Dynamics C4 Systems  - Ft Wayne, Indiana
Thursday, December 08, 2011
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General Dynamics C4 Systems' Battle Management Systems designs, develops, and integrates highly sophisticated command, control, and communications systems for the U.S. military, federal agencies, civil governments and related international customers. These state-of-the-art, integrated systems combine advanced visualization software and multi-sensor inputs to provide near real-time situational awareness to tactical decision makers. Our engineers help transform large amounts of complex data into useful information that is clearly and intuitively presented to end users, enabling them to make better-informed decisions. We design and develop systems and software for a wide range of global missions including: battle command; intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance; airspace management; crisis and emergency management; peace keeping and contingency operations; drug intervention, and public safety.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Daily interaction with Software Development, and Testing in Arlington and Fort Wayne
Job Description:
BS Degree in computer science, software engineering or equivalent experience is required, as well as demonstrated mastery of practical engineering application that is typically acquired in two or more years of directly related experience. Keeps abreast of technology trends. Identifies technical interests and aligns training plans with interests. Takes initiative in proposing ideas, soliciting input, and optimizing solutions. Awareness of business objectives and role in achieving. Willingly considers new ideas and perspectives. Identifies alternatives in the midst of barriers to progress.
Has demonstrated strengths and experience in the following areas:
User Interface development experience required.
Programming Skills: Web Services knowledge and expertise (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML and related AJAX technologies)
Experience with C#/.Net/Mono, jQuery, JavaScript
Database skills and being able to understand data models and structure. Ability to understand Structured Query Language (SQL) and ability to make SQL calls for data queries, joins, inputs, deletions, etc
Demonstrated working knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems and general software development background
The candidate will communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to exercise attention to detail and follow oral and written instructions
Portability of skills on multi-platforms and online / offline world
Experience with FlySpray and SVN a plus.
Experience with PASS, DDS, MarineLink and Postgres is a requirement

Full use and understanding of software engineering concepts, principles, and theories

Strong knowledge of other related disciplines

Contributes to the development of new theories and methods

Detailed knowledge of tools used by the organization such as Integrated Development Environments (IDE) like Eclipse or Visual Studio, as well as version control and defect reporting tools and mentors junior engineers on their use

Strong understanding of company policies and practices

Aware of business objective and Engineering role in achieving them

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Strong written and verbal communications skills

Ability to think creatively

Ability to multi-task

Skilled in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions

Ability to clearly report relevant information

Understands basic task/project leadership principles including SPI/CPI, Earned Value, Cost Account Management (CAM), and Statistical Process Controls

Duties and Tasks
Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems

Performs analysis for all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal

Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints

Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications

Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of technical engineering products

Provide leadership and/or direction to lower level employees.

Leads technical tasks for small teams or projects

Begins to provide engineering support to proposals

Exercises latitude in determining technical objectives of assignments

Guides the successful completion of major programs and projects

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, a related technical field or the equivalent experience is required. In addition, a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience is required.

Must be able to travel 20% of the time.

Secret level U.S. DoD security clearance, and U.S. Citizenship is required.

Interface
Frequent contact with managers within and outside of Engineering

Frequent contact with project teams across the company

Frequent contact with external customers and vendors

Occasional contact with Business Development

Additional Information
Travel may be required

Work performed without appreciable direction

Provides resolution to problems to a diverse range of complex problems which require the use of ingenuity and creativity

Erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in failure to achieve organizational objectives

Ft Wayne, IN

Ft Wayne, Indiana



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