Embedded Software Engineer - Onsite

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

Other

Job Family:

Software Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Embedded Software, Microcontroller Programming, Motion Control, PLC Programming, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Design

Certifications:

None

Experience:

3 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

We are looking for an individual to design, develop, and troubleshoot embedded software for machines, with motion control systems experience.

The job will include evaluating products and choosing the best solution to fit specific mechanical needs, designing, developing, and testing software for embedded systems, and debugging issues along with improving performance and stability. The employee will work alongside mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to integrate various components into existing and new machinery.

The ideal candidate will have some experience with machinery and a basic understanding of mechanical engineering. 

Location: Must work onsite in Falls Church, VA with potential for occasional hybrid work

US Citizenship is required

Required skills/experience:

• Motion control systems
• PLC programming
• Microcontroller programming
• Servo and Stepper motors
• Digital and analog sensors (optical, mechanical, time of flight, distance)
• Machine buses and communications including Ether/IP, EtherCAT, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, raw sockets
• Experience with manufacturing machines
• Basic hardware/mechanical engineering knowledge
• 3+ years of experience with embedded systems
• Problem solving skills & self sufficiency
• BA/BS or equivalent, 3+ years of experience

Desired but not required skills/experience:

• PIC32 programming
• FPGA programming
• Robotics

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $88,275 - $115,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.