--- title: Advanced Software Engineer description: General Dynamics Mission Systems is hiring for the Advanced Software Engineer role in Bloomington, MN. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/advanced-software-engineer-at-general-dynamics-mission-systems-01a103a2-f805-79fd-a644-c182f58fe481 date: 2026-11-15T17:42:40Z og_description: Join General Dynamics Mission Systems as Advanced Software Engineer in Bloomington, MN. Pays $118.6K–$126K per year. On-site role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/pic7um.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | General Dynamics Mission Systems | | **Location** | Bloomington, MN | | **Salary** | $118.6K/yr - $126K/yr | | **Posted** | Oct 02, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for General Dynamics Mission Systems. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for General Dynamics Mission Systems. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $109,000 – $156,000 a year (median $122,000). ## Description ## Basic Qualifications **Education Requirements:** Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 3 years relevant experience. **Clearance Requirements:**Department of Defense Secret security clearance obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements. 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 an Advanced Software Engineer for Airborne Systems, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for airborne computers that process and display mission data in the cockpit, to crypto products for identifying friendly aircraft, and weapon control systems that enable the launch and control of precision guided weapons, we work to ensure the world's most advanced aircraft maintain air superiority and information dominance. **We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:** - Strong experience with embedded C/C++ - Strong experience with Linux - Software Development Leadership experience **What sets you apart:** - Knowledge of general programming principles and optimization strategies, with previous experience in Assembly, C/C++, Python, Rust, or others. - Solid background on embedded software development, Linux, RTOS, and HW/SW integration. - Familiarity with DO-178 compliant software engineering life-cycle experience. - Leadership experience (SW management, planning and scheduling of resources). - Willingness to dig into hardware specifications and leveraging hardware interfaces in the composition of low-level software solutions. - Expertise in applying technology and technical skills to solve challenges in creative ways. - Creative thinker with demonstrated success leading the software development life cycle. - Expertise in applying technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges. - Exceptional communication skills with the capacity to secure buy-in on concepts and ideas. - Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and position others for success. - Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others. **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 nation’s 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 will be fully on-site. While on-site, you will be a part of the GDMS Bloomington (MN) facility. ## 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 $118,570.00 - USD $126,000.00 /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! 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