Software Applications Specialist

Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

Basic Qualifications :Requires a Bachelor's or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent (4 years job-related experience). Requires an additional 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree with 3+ years of job-related experience.CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Applicants selected may 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:The Engineering Software Support Specialist will support space program application development and execution. Responsibilities include development and enhancement of select space engineering software applications, maintaining system application servers, support of various Design Assurance Engineering (DAE) software applications, SQL query development, database development, and implementation of cost reduction strategies.Develops and maintains web applications and database systemsDevelops, implements, installs, tests, modifies systems, software, and equipmentDesigns, develops, analyzes, troubleshoots, and provides technical skills during research and/or product development of software application Develops test plans and preventative maintenance programsDetermines, monitors, and reviews costs, operational budgets and schedules, and manpower requirements -Establishes work methodology and sequence to gather and organize data for review with appropriate engineer(s) in support of project\Evaluates and recommends options for tasks within assigned project activitiesMaintains records, compiles reports, graphs, charts, and related data in support of projectsMakes recommendations and coordinates and identifies resources required to meet defined project requirementsRegular communication with internal customers and external vendorsKNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIESCreative, innovative responsibilities requiring advanced decision-making skillsDemonstrate a proficient degree of skill and innovation in resolving issues within defined area of responsibilityDevelops solutions to a variety of complex problemsGrasps and applies new information quicklyProficient and able to perform all responsibilities associated with the position creative, innovative responsibilities requiring advanced decision-making skillsNetworks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertiseShows initiative on assignments, exercises independent judgement, and professionally executes projects with little directionPREFERRED EXPERIENCE:3+ years' experience in developing client-server software applications that include the use of Visual Studio 2010 or later, Visual Basic.Net, ASP.Net, VBA, SQL Server Management Studio and SQL Database administration.Experience with building strong relationships with engineering teams to improve operational efficiencies through internal tooling.Trusted Space Solutions LOB, Design Assurance Engineering Requirements, XFRACAS application administration, Windchill ePDM System, GIDEP#CJ1#DICompany 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!General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran

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