Software Safety Engineer - Advanced Programs

General Dynamics Land Systems
401(k)
United States, Michigan, Troy
1414 East Maple Road (Show on map)
Nov 21, 2024
About the Role Software Safety Engineer for Advanced Programs will design and develop software for our future products. Join a dynamic group of software and controls engineers responsible for software solutions for the world's premier land-based combat vehicles. Company Information General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment. What We Offer Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you. Healthcare including medical, dental, vision Competitive base pay 401k Match (6%) 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off) On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment Onsite Cafeteria, Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track Responsibilities to Anticipate for this Role Analyze and decompose system and software requirements to SW Criticality Indices per MIL-STD-882 and Joint Software System Engineering Handbook Develops requirements and designs, assess implementations for hazard and causal factors to satisfy critical system safety objectives Support system hazard analysis Recommends safety criteria in system design, equipment, and procedures to mitigate or eliminate hazards Create software sub-system architectures designs of features, functions, and algorithms for multiple electronic controllers Reviews Software architecture and design for safety of electronics and software systems Reviews Test Plans and Procedures for safety requirements verification and potential hazardous operations Qualifications Sought Bachelor of Science degree in STEM Field: Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline/experience At least 3 years developing/creating/testing in C, C++, or QT embedded software and controls At least 7 years of experience designing Software to achieve product critical safety goals using MIL-STD-882E, ISO 26262, or equivalent standards Experience with model-based software development techniques Working experience with requirements tools such as Cameo or Doors Understanding of electrical and mechanical hardware (the plant) under control Ability to travel (mostly domestic, some international) up to 5% Strong Communication, Interpersonal, and organizational skills Additional Information / Desired Experience *This position will require the candidate to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)* *This position will require the candidate to be able to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles is desired.* *Must be able to pass ASR test (Anthropometric Size Requirement for confined space)* Post graduate degree of Science in STEM Field: Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline/experience Working knowledge of embedded software test development, and Software systems integration engineering Experience with Agile software development methodology Experience with Defense Industry a plus. Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.