{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c45a562777c4cd1beb66f190","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c45a562777c4cd1beb66f190","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c45a562777c4cd1beb66f190","title":"Entry Level Software Systems Engineer","description":"Basic Qualifications :\n\nBachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or Engineering, Science, or Math.\n\nCLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. 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.\n\nResponsibilities for this Position:\n\nROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:\n\nAs an Software Systems Engineer / Integrator supporting Surface Ship Systems Programs, you will be an integral member of an agile engineering team committed to delivering robust, secure, and scalable infrastructure solutions for U.S. Navy surface ships.\n\nIn this role, you will design, configure, and integrate software solutions to address complex integration challenges, conduct manual testing and debugging in production-like lab environments, and develop clear technical documentation in support of a rigorous systems engineering process. You will participate in daily team collaboration to ensure commitments to the U.S. Navy mission are met with consistency and quality.\n\nWe encourage candidates to apply if they possess any of the following preferred qualifications: familiarity with Linux Server and/or Microsoft Windows Desktop and Server technologies; experience with scripting and automation tools such as PowerShell, Bash, and Ansible; and/or experience designing, configuring, and securing virtual machines using VMware or Proxmox.\n\nPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nContainerization & Software Delivery\n\n Package, deploy, and maintain containerized applications using tools such as Zarf and related container orchestration frameworks. Deliver updates to systems through scripted and automated pipelines in support of continuous integration and delivery workflows.\n\nScripting & Automation\n\n Develop and maintain automation scripts using Bash, PowerShell, and GitLab CI/CD pipelines to streamline integration, deployment, and system administration tasks.\n\nStakeholder Communication & Collaboration\n\n Engage in frequent, professional written communication with internal teams and external stakeholders via email and collaborative platforms. Maintain and contribute to project documentation, task tracking, and reporting using Jira and Confluence — with the understanding that all entries are visible to customer stakeholders and must reflect professional standards.\n\nDocumentation & Reporting\n\n Author and maintain clear, accurate technical documentation, integration reports, and in-application metrics dashboards. Familiarity with HTML is beneficial for contributing to web-based documentation and reporting interfaces.\n\nApplication Code Familiarity (Debugging Support)\n\n Working familiarity with one or more of the following languages/frameworks is advantageous for debugging and integration support purposes: Java, Vue.js, .NET MAUI, and/or Go. HTML familiarity is also helpful given documentation and reporting requirements.\n\nAI-Assisted Engineering\n\n Identify and apply AI tools and technologies to improve engineering workflows, testing efficiency, integration processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.\n\nQuality Assurance & Integration Testing\n\n Perform manual testing, debugging, and validation of software applications and integrated systems within a production-like lab environment. Identify, document, and track defects through to resolution to ensure system reliability and readiness.\n\nKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:\n\nFoundational understanding of software integration concepts, including the ability to diagnose and resolve issues across multi-component systems\nWorking knowledge of Linux and/or Windows server environments, including configuration and basic administration\nExperience with or strong aptitude for scripting languages (Bash, PowerShell) and automation frameworks (Ansible)\nFamiliarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, Zarf, or similar)\nExperience with or exposure to CI/CD pipelines, particularly GitLab\nAbility to clearly document technical processes, test results, and system configurations\nStrong attention to detail in both testing and professional communications\nAbility to work effectively in an Agile team environment using tools such as Jira and Confluence\nFoundational understanding of cybersecurity principles and vulnerability management practices\nEmerging awareness of AI/ML tools and their applicability in engineering and DevSecOps contexts\n\nWhat sets you apart:\n\nClear understanding of systems engineering concepts, principles, theories, and technical standards\nInformation Technology (IT) skills or experience, including systems administration, scanning/vulnerability management, and supporting end-users\nCompTIA Security+ Certification (or ability to obtain)\nCreative thinker with ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity\nStrong problem solving and troubleshooting skills\nTeam player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success\nStrong presentation and communication skills, both oral and written\nCommitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others\nIdentifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation\n\nOur Commitment to You:\n\nAn exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.\nResearch oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security\nFlexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)\nCompetitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more\nSee more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits\n\nWorkplace Options:\nThis position is fully on-site.\nWhile on-site, you will be a part of the Groton, CT team.\n\nSalary 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 $77,843.00 - USD $86,358.00 /Yr. Company Overview:\n\nGeneral 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!\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans","company":"General Dynamics Mission Systems","rawCompany":"general dynamics mission systems","city":"Groton","state":"CT","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-01T10:39:19.438Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1211.00","title":"Computer Systems Analysts","slug":"computer-systems-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Entry Level Software Systems Engineer","description":"Basic Qualifications :\n\nBachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or Engineering, Science, or Math.\n\nCLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. 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.\n\nResponsibilities for this Position:\n\nROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:\n\nAs an Software Systems Engineer / Integrator supporting Surface Ship Systems Programs, you will be an integral member of an agile engineering team committed to delivering robust, secure, and scalable infrastructure solutions for U.S. Navy surface ships.\n\nIn this role, you will design, configure, and integrate software solutions to address complex integration challenges, conduct manual testing and debugging in production-like lab environments, and develop clear technical documentation in support of a rigorous systems engineering process. You will participate in daily team collaboration to ensure commitments to the U.S. Navy mission are met with consistency and quality.\n\nWe encourage candidates to apply if they possess any of the following preferred qualifications: familiarity with Linux Server and/or Microsoft Windows Desktop and Server technologies; experience with scripting and automation tools such as PowerShell, Bash, and Ansible; and/or experience designing, configuring, and securing virtual machines using VMware or Proxmox.\n\nPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nContainerization & Software Delivery\n\n Package, deploy, and maintain containerized applications using tools such as Zarf and related container orchestration frameworks. Deliver updates to systems through scripted and automated pipelines in support of continuous integration and delivery workflows.\n\nScripting & Automation\n\n Develop and maintain automation scripts using Bash, PowerShell, and GitLab CI/CD pipelines to streamline integration, deployment, and system administration tasks.\n\nStakeholder Communication & Collaboration\n\n Engage in frequent, professional written communication with internal teams and external stakeholders via email and collaborative platforms. Maintain and contribute to project documentation, task tracking, and reporting using Jira and Confluence — with the understanding that all entries are visible to customer stakeholders and must reflect professional standards.\n\nDocumentation & Reporting\n\n Author and maintain clear, accurate technical documentation, integration reports, and in-application metrics dashboards. Familiarity with HTML is beneficial for contributing to web-based documentation and reporting interfaces.\n\nApplication Code Familiarity (Debugging Support)\n\n Working familiarity with one or more of the following languages/frameworks is advantageous for debugging and integration support purposes: Java, Vue.js, .NET MAUI, and/or Go. HTML familiarity is also helpful given documentation and reporting requirements.\n\nAI-Assisted Engineering\n\n Identify and apply AI tools and technologies to improve engineering workflows, testing efficiency, integration processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.\n\nQuality Assurance & Integration Testing\n\n Perform manual testing, debugging, and validation of software applications and integrated systems within a production-like lab environment. 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