Job Title:
Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Company: Leonardo DRS

Location: Bridgeton, MO

Created: 2024-04-21

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

Leonardo DRS is a prime contractor, leading technology innovator and supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and defense contractors worldwide. The company specializes in naval and maritime systems, ground combat mission command and network computing, global satellite communications and network infrastructure, avionics systems, and intelligence and security solutions. Additionally, the company builds power systems and electro-optical/infrared systems for a wide range of commercial customers. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Leonardo DRS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A.  For additional information on DRS, please visit our website at Job ID: 108048 The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 3 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.   Job Summary DRS Sustainment Systems is seeking a Full Time Embedded Software Engineer IV. This position provides technical and analytical work to develop, design, and/or support software solutions across multiple U.S. defense industries.  Duties include participating in software design activities, developing code based on the architecture and technical design, creating and performing unit tests, enhancing the software development process, and playing an active role in test case planning for components and functions developed by the project team. The selected candidate will work with other engineering disciplines and use their software development expertise to create robust technical solutions across multiple technology areas. Job Responsibilities Complete a technical project independently and manage other engineersApply fundamental knowledge of software engineering principles and core concepts (e.g., data structures, algorithms, computer architecture, operating systems, and databases) to create software solutions that meet project-based needsReview customer specifications and requirements, and develop designs to best support themParticipates in code reviews with the systems engineers, software architects, and other technical staffApply core computer science concepts in the development, testing, and documentation of software unitsResponsible for driving technology and completion of activity on time and budgetDesign, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems, or subsystemsAbility to complete a technical project independentlyProvide budget, cost, and schedule input for design assignmentsDocument component and subsystem specifications and material requirementsAnalyze designs as necessarySpecify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and servicesSupport the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirementsDevelop prototypes to retire key development risksCommunicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing, supply chain, program management and the customer as required Job Responsibilities Part II Participate heavily in preparation of the more complex and significant proposalsParticipates as a member of the testing team to plan and review test cases within software solution componentsProvide technical expertise and assistance to other engineers and support personnelInteract with technical management, other professionals, technicians, and support personnel to coordinate, recommend, and confer regarding technical activities and progressSupport, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 8 years of experienceProven Computer Science fundamentals in embedded development, algorithm design, problem solving, and complexity analysisExperience in one of the following:  C, C++, C# and/or JavaExperience with Linux/UnixExcellent verbal and written communicationWilling to travel up to 10% as necessaryTaking 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 onlyLeonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #LSYLeonardo DRS Land Systems division is a recognized world leader in the integration of complex technologies into legacy systems and platforms for military and commercial customers globally.  DRS Land Systems offers a diverse portfolio of military products and technologies focused on battlefield reconnaissance and surveillance, survivability, lethality, heavy transport mobility, fuel and water distribution, radar and electronic systems testing.  Headquartered in Bridgeton, MO with a 100- acre heavy equipment manufacturing facility in West Plains, MO, and a site in Goleta, GA.