Co-op Fall 2024 - Embedded Software Developer - 4 Months

General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada

3mo ago

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Software Engineering
Ottawa

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
OS: Linux (Ubuntu, shell), Windows 10/11
Languages: C/C++, python3, Bourne shell scripts
Interfaces: I2C, SPI, JTAG, USB, Ethernet (TCP/IP networking, SSH), CAN bus
SW Tools: Git and GitLab CI/CD, Visual Studio Code, Docker, Confluence
Office Tools: Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint
Interest in developing embedded application software for devices and computers
Interest in micro-controllers and video processors
Soft skills: Innovative and a self-starter, with excellent communication and teamwork skills, ability to multi-task and prioritize
Exposure to software/hardware integration and test, and working from digital schematics
Experience working in a team environment with systems, software and hardware engineering peers
Exposure to MIL-STD S/W and H/W development environments and processes

Responsibilities

The successful candidate for this position will contribute to the support of embedded software for the Smart Display, Video, and Fire Control product lines, as well as the automated build and test environment which supports those products. These products are fielded in tanks and armoured vehicles around the world, and new features are always being added. Our Smart Displays have a full computer (Intel Xeon) processor inside them, along with embedded ARM microprocessors running external interfaces such as USB, CAN, or RS422, and are used by our military customers to display battlefield maps, etc. Our Video products run an embedded Linux on a more powerful ARM processor, relying on Ethernet connections to push compressed video streams around a vehicle.
The Vetronics team's software runs close to the hardware. We measure our boot time in milliseconds. There is no huge Java VM or Apache web server backend framework running our code - in some cases there is an embedded Linux kernel, in some cases a thin embedded operating system, and in some cases there is no operating system at all. We write code for ARM processors and microprocessors. Think: code that's written for an Odroid, Arduino or Raspberry Pi, but take it to the next level.

General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada

We work for the toughest people doing the hardest work under the most difficult circumstances.

Manufacturing & Electronics

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1948

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

As one of Canada’s largest, most established defence and security technology companies, General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada is a force in the business community, developing and utilizing the skills of Canadian suppliers, building Canada’s manufacturing base, and supporting research and development, while providing a flexible and innovation-driven workplace for over 1,200 employees across the country. For more than 70 years, we have been a trusted partner to militaries worldwide. We are proud of the work we do to develop cutting-edge solutions and through continuous engagement, we have built a critical understanding of user needs across land, sea, air and cyber domains. Community involvement is at the core of our mission. We are dedicated to supporting our communities and giving back to them in the same way that they give to us. We are proud to support Canada Army Run; thrilled to continue our patron sponsorship for Women in Defence and Security (WiDS); support STEAM initiatives including FIRST Robotics teams; and offer support to Team Rubicon Canada as they engage veterans in continued service through disaster response. We firmly believe that diversity of talent, thought, experience and perspective produce a high level of creativity and innovation that deliver results to our customers in Canada and around the world.