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GDIT

Game Developer

Daleville, AL

$72.25K - $97.75K/yr

GDIT owns and operates the facilities that provide flight simulator training. GDIT has an immediate opening in their Test and Engineering Team for a Game Developer. This position may require working ...

EBSCO

Senior Test Automation Engineer

Birmingham, AL · On-site

Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Moultrie ( www.moultrie.com ) is the leader in game feeders ... Model and simulate environmental conditions, signal states, power events, and external stimuli ...

HigherEchelon

ICOFT Test Engineer

Huntsville, AL

Seeking a Test Engineer to support the Systems Simulation, Software, and Integration Directorate ... Gaming, Human Capital, Enterprise Technology, and Cyber Solutions. HigherEchelon aims to be the ...

i3

RECS INCUMBENT OPPORTUNITIES

Huntsville, AL

$23.25 - $29/hr

... engineering analysis, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. We were founded in 2007 with the intent to do ...

i3

Software Systems Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$161.20K - $191K/yr

Overview i3 is looking for a THAAD system focused Software Systems Engineer to join our team to ... simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of ...

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Game Developer

Game Developer

General Dynamics Information Technology

Daleville, AL

$72.25K - $97.75K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

General Dynamics Information Technology rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 61 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 203 rated it services

Job description

REQ#: RQ219282Public Trust: None Requisition Type: Regular Your Impact

Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.

Job Description

Game Developer

GDIT is the Prime contractor for the Flight School Training Support Services (FSTSS) program, which supports the United States Army Aviation Center of Excellence (USAACE). Located in Daleville, Alabama. GDIT owns and operates the facilities that provide flight simulator training.

GDIT has an immediate opening in their Test and Engineering Team for a Game Developer. This position may require working non-traditional hours and weekends to support customer training requirements.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Game Developer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Game Developer. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT:

  • Assist with OneSAF (Semi-Automated Forces) development, adding models, behaviors, and features required in battle simulations for aviation mission training.
  • Assist with simulated terrain development
  • Tasked with software and visual content development projects for flight simulators and simulation environments

WHAT YOULL NEED TO SUCCEED:

  • Education: BA/BS or equivalent years of relevant experience
  • Required Experience: 1+ years of relevant experience
  • Required Technical Skills: Ability to support multiple Sites and Contracts t
  • Security Clearance Level: Must be able to obtain a SECRET clearance
  • Required Skills and Abilities:
    • Strong foundational knowledge of 3D modeling, including techniques for developing low-poly and high-poly models.
    • Hands-on experience with 3D modeling tools (e.g., Creator, 3DS Max, Blender)
    • Proficient with image editing and texture development using Photoshop or equivalent software.
    • Software development with Java, C/C++, and/or Python
    • Comfortable working under Linux/Bash
    • Will be able to design and implement software solutions and 3D visual content to support aviation simulation training
    • ITAR Requirement
  • Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
  • Desires Skills:
    • Experience with GIS software (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS, Global Mapper)
    • Skilled with personal computers, Microsoft 365 software and data repository software.
    • Good planning and organizational skills.
    • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Ability to work in a team environment, including remote and virtual teams.
  • Location: Onsite in Daleville, AL
  • Travel: Less than 10%

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
  • Rewards: 401K with company match, this is a Full-Time role
  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in program management at GDIT and youll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.

#FSTSS

#GDITRecruiting

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Work Requirements
Years of Experience

1 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification
Travel Required

Less than 10%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Salary and Benefit Information

The likely salary range for this position is $72,250 - $97,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
View information about benefits and our total rewards program.

About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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GDIT is a global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community. Its 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. The company operates across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber, and application development.

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