Software Engineer

Standard Job Description

Who We Are

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions. Our Manassas campus is a thriving center of engineering expertise, fostering a culture that encourages creativity, excellence, and the creation of exceptional products. Our team is made up of dedicated professionals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

What We’re Doing

At Lockheed Martin, we're at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and innovation. Our campus in Manassas, Virginia is a hub for engineering excellence, where we tackle some of the world's most challenging engineering problems. We pride ourselves on our culture of creativity, excellence, and product innovation.

The Work

Lockheed Martin Rotary & Mission Systems is seeking a Software Developer. Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities. Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems or questions in computer language for solutions by means of data processing equipment. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. The successful candidate will be responsible for early adoption and championship of agentic software development tools, later transitioning to production and advanced development support for automated software install and configuration, CI/CD pipeline orchestration, and software re-architecture efforts. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate will be required to hold an active government Secret security clearance.

Why Join Us

• An excellent working environment equipped with state-of-the-art tools.
• The opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and top-notch professionals.
• A chance to be a part of solving some of the world's most challenging engineering problems.

Standard Job Description

Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities. Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems or questions in computer language for solutions by means of data processing equipment. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. Ensures software standards are met.

This opportunity is based out of Manassas, VA and will be a full-time on-site position with options to work a flexible schedule and the occasional opportunity to perform some tasks remotely. The first project will be supporting development of a Web-Based application for managing sonar grams, and will require skills and knowledge to develop front-end display capabilities and manage back-end performance tuning for processing video and audio data streams.

Basic Qualifications

-Generally has 3+ years of related software engineering experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline. Experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

-Strong background in compiled backend languages like GoLang (preferred), Rust, or C++.

-Experience developing responsive user interfaces using frameworks like Angular (preferred), React or Vue.

-Proficient with backend runtimes and frameworks like Node.js and Next.js

-Proficient in Java development, object oriented design, design patterns

-Qualified candidate must be able to obtain a DoD Interim Secret Security Clearance prior to starting this position.

Desired Skills

-Experience developing, deploying, debugging containerized applications

-Experience deploying and debugging services running on Kubernetes

-Familiarity with Agentic Software Development tools.

-Experience with writing software specifications and white papers

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $91200.00 - $169400.00

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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.

• 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) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. 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.