Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer

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📍 Boise, ID, USOTHER

About this role

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 10+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 8 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.  

 

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:  Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required 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.

Responsibilities for this Position

We have an immediate need for an Embedded Firmware Engineer. 

 

What You’ll Get to Do:

  • Develop embedded software using C and assembly languages on bare metal or embedded operating systems
  • Utilize advanced development/debugging tools, e.g., C compliers, linkers, in-circuit debug, logic analyzers and more to evaluate and test embedded application performance and security
  • Participate in all aspects of the product design life cycle including system architecture, design, development, and verification
  • Document design and results
  • Work individually and with a team to complete tasks

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Experience in embedded firmware development
  • Experience using FPGA based SoC processors such as ARM, Microblaze, NIOS, RISC-V, PowerPC, or similar processors
  • Demonstrate expert programming ability (C/C++, assembly, scripting)
  • Knowledge of low-level computer architecture (CPUs, Memory Management Units, IOMMU, serial buses)
  • Experience with FLASH programming, boot loaders, board bring-up and debug
  • Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

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

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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 $165,916.00 - USD $174,990.00 /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!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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This Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer position at gdms was posted on Apr 15, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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