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# Entry Level Software Engineer

- **Company:** General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Scottsdale, AZ, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $86,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SC Clearance
- **Published:** August 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://justjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18011220?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18011220%2FEntry-Level-Software-Engineer-Arizona-Scottsdale

## About the Role

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field. Agile experience preferred., Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date 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., * A Bachelor's degree in software engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent experience is required; Agile experience preferred

 * Clear understanding of software engineering concepts, principles, and theories
 * Clear understanding of the software development process

What sets you apart:

 * Ability to interact effectively with project teams, managers and end users
 * Ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
 * Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
 * Commitment to ongoing professional development

## Description

Working successfully within a team, the Software Engineer will assist project leaders in the research, design, development and testing of software and tools, to include development of new work products or enhancing existing applications, systems or embedded products. This may include coding, testing and documenting software solutions to advance our technology solutions. What you'll experience:

 * Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secret
 * A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next
 * Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it's discovered


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