Software Engineer - Staff

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The Lockheed Martin Space Mission Processing team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Engineer Stf to join our development team. You will assist in leading a team of developers to design, develop, test, and deploy a major software subsystem to provide system control, and health and status controls as part of a first‑of‑its‑kind antenna system. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative, forward‑leaning programs while working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

Selected candidate must have an active TS/SCI security clearance for consideration.
This is an SR CAREER (level 4) ROLE where candidates typically require 5 years of professional experience and a BS degree.
This position is contingent upon the program award expected in Q1,2026.

Responsibilities

• Assist with leading a team of software engineers, coordinating with other subsystem teams and program leadership, splitting time between technical and leadership tasks
• Planning, conducting, and coordinating software development activities for a command and control system for a complex use case
• Designing, developing, documenting, testing, and debugging software that delivers commands, health and status across multiple hardware sites and provides a user interface for an operator
• Engaging with Systems Engineering organization to decompose and allocate requirements, perform verification and validation, and support system integration
• Applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. This will include facilitating an Agile workflow, providing data in support of Earned Value Management‑style (EVM) cost accounting, and supporting major program milestone events (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR) from initial design through final delivery of a product
• Applying knowledge of computer hardware and software, command and control systems, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software
• Correcting program errors, preparing operating instructions, compiling documentation of program development, and analyzing system capabilities, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls
• Ensures software standards are met in conjunction with program leadership

Basic Qualifications

• 8+ years of related experience working on software development projects
• Ability to interact with peer‑developers to facilitate interoperability with other subsystems
• Experience with managing a budget for a project or team
• Demonstrated understanding of software design
• Experience with service architectures and computationally complex problems
• Experience with Microsoft software products
• TS/SCI Clearance

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or similar technical discipline. Equivalent industry‑related experience is acceptable
• Experience developing software/hardware interfaces including integration with third‑party API’s
• Demonstrated understanding of software design with a focus on web‑client user interfaces
• Experience with Control Account Management (CAM) practices for Earned Value Management (EVM) programs
• Experience with C++, Python, Angular, Active MQ, or other similar high‑level languages
• Experience with product lifecycle phases (SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR)
• Active TS/SCI security clearance is required for consideration

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short‑Term Disability
• Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education Assistance
• Parental Leave
• Paid time off (PTO) and Holidays
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition

Lockheed Martin employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.

Additional Information

• Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a U.S. citizen for consideration.
• Clearance Level: TS/SCI
• Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
• Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full‑time – work will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
• Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules. Standard 40‑hour week over five days or condensed schedules. This position: 9x80 (every other Friday off).
• Pay Rate: Annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $113,900 – $200,905. For other states, salary reflects final work location. Salary is a general guideline; factors such as scope, responsibilities, experience, education, key skills, market and business considerations affect the final offer.
• Incentive Plan: This position is incentive plan eligible.
• Equal Opportunity: Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
• Application Window: Closes in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5‑30 days of the requisition posting date for optimal consideration.

Company Overview

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. If you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs and apply for roles that match your qualifications.

Job Details

• Experience Level: Experienced Professional
• Business Unit: SPACE
• Relocation Available: Possible
• Career Area: Software Engineering
• Type: Full‑Time
• Shift: First

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