Lead Software Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 14, 2026. Lockheed Martin scores A on the Alion truth index.
Standard Job Description
What We're Doing
Lockheed Martin is shaping the future of defense through cutting edge radar and missile defense technologies, and we want you to help write the next chapter. As the premier developer of active electronically scanned array (AESA) radars and integrated air and missile defense solutions for the U.S. military, our allies, and more than 45 nations worldwide, we deliver world class situational awareness, early warning, and kill assessment capabilities in the most demanding environments. Join a global team of 35 000 engineers, software developers, and cyber experts who turn complex challenges into reliable, next generation systems that keep warfighters ahead of emerging threats. Your talent will power everything from space domain awareness to ground based radar testbeds, ensuring the safety of today’s forces and the security of tomorrow’s world.
The Work
The Lockheed Martin Rotary & Mission Systems Software Engineer will have the opportunity to perform real-time processing software development in support of our product lines. Additionally, you will be working as part of an Agile team with domain experts from Hardware, Software, Subsystems and Systems Engineering to understand requirements, establish architecture/design, implement sound solutions, develop unit tests, and support integration and sustainment activities.
This position requires a U.S. DoD Security Clearance at the SECRET level. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Who We Are
Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. Our RMS business in Moorestown, NJ are hubs of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology. We value collaboration, excellence, and integrity in everything we do. As a part of our team, you will work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
Why Join Us
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here!
Explore some of the cutting-edge technologies we support: https://lockheedmartin.com/en-us/capabilities/missile-defense/golden-dome-missile-defense.html
Basic Qualifications
- This position requires the ability to work in an accelerated team environment, proven software leadership and software architecture for mission critical military applications with a minimum of 8 years of directly relevant real-time software development lead experience.
- The candidate will have demonstrated competence in leading cross-disciplinary engineering teams and must have a strong understanding of requirements, functional modeling, C++ programming, Linux, software engineering processes, and software product life cycle.
- The candidate must have excellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills and be able to communicate at both programmatic and technical levels with subordinates, peers, senior management levels and the customer.
- The candidate must have demonstrated proficiencies in earned value, schedule, cost and risk management techniques.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical and Computer Engineering is required for this position. Occasional travel is required. Candidate must be able to obtain & maintain a secret security clearance.
Desired Skills
MS level degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Applied Mathematics
Network Topology configuration
Automated Test tools and Techniques
Understanding and application of Design Patterns
Modeling Tools
Code Optimization for real time systems
Static Code Analysis tools
Agile Principles, Continuous Integration/ Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
Agile configuration Management tools (Git, JIRA, Confluence)
Embedded Applications
Cost Account Management
Pay Information
- $110500.00 - $208344.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.
Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective-bargaining agreement.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.