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Job ID: [[id]] The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance. Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest. - Business Unit: EOIS Location: Dallas, TX Career Functional Area: Engineering Telework Type: NA (onsite) Relocation Available: Yes Type: Onsite Schedule: 9/80 Shift: 1st Job Summary The Senior Software Engineer is an integral part of our Electro Optical Infrared System (EOIS) Software Development Team. Responsible for leading technical activities and completing such activities on time, this engineer can execute in all phases of the development lifecycle and influencing the design architecture to ensure robust operation. Tasks include developing embedded software, PC tools and utilities, and implementing networking/communications protocols. Determines hardware compatibility and influences component selection. Completes design documentation and procedures to build, install, and maintain software. Interacts with users to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications. Ability to lead a technical project independently. Job Responsibilities Supports and participates in technical activity Designs, develops, analyzes, documents, and supports testing of products, systems or subsystems May use computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software in the performance of assignments Provides regular reporting of progress and status Responsible for completion of assigned task on time and meeting technical requirements Reviews customer specifications and requirements, and under direction develops designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable Supports design to cost and design for manufacture requirements Develops prototypes to retire key development risks as directed Communicates clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required Supports, communicates, reinforces and defends the mission, values and culture of the organization Tests and Qualifies software for customer release Other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related engineering technical field (or a minimum of 5 years of experience with unrelated degree) 3+ years of real time embedded SW experience Demonstrate experience with Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS), Linux and has experience in bare-metal implementation of embedded systems Experience with embedded device drivers (TCP/IP, UART, I2C, SPI, PCIe, MIPI, 1553), preferably on Linux Solid understanding of multi-threading/multi-processing, concepts, implementations, and debugging techniques Strong development experience in C or C++ (3+ years) Proficient with Microsoft Office, including MS PowerPoint, MS Word, and MS Excel Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense Secret security clearance Motivated, self-starter, with the ability to work independently and under supervision of others DESIRED SKILLS Experience in initial hardware start-up and troubleshooting techniques Familiar with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers Strong analytical and communication skills Experience in Linux or VxWorks Capable of integrating hardware and software and developing test plans and procedures Ability to collaborate with, lead and/or direct the work of others as assigned Active U.S. Department of Defense Secret security clearance preferred Experience with modern software development processes, including software configuration management tools (such as git), static analysis tools, defect tracking tools, peer review, and continuous development & continuous integration U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. *Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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