Software Engineer - E2
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 29, 2026. Lockheed Martin scores A on the Alion truth index.
Standard Job Description
At Lockheed Martin we 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 career opportunities designed to propel development 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. This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built.
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is seeking a full-time Ground Software Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing software applications, including tasks such as writing and reviewing code and collaborating with senior developers. You will apply your skills to contribute to innovative solutions, working on a range of projects that meet the company's technical requirements. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of design, coding, and test.
Must be a US Citizen. This position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
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.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science (or equivalent practical experience)
- Proficient in at least one programming language (Python, C#, C++, Java, etc.) with experience writing production-quality code
- Practical experience with the software engineering lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and deployment within an agile/scrum environment
Desired Skills
- 2+ years of professional software development experience
- Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) in development or deployment workflows
- Familiarity with Windows Server or Linux operating systems for application hosting, configuration, and basic administration
- Experience with test automation scripting and frameworks (e.g., pytest, JUnit, Selenium) integrated into CI/CD pipelines
- Familiarity with communication protocols such as LINX or similar embedded/system integration interfaces
- Understanding of Windows-based security administration principles (user permissions, group policy, secure configuration) or equivalent OS security experience
- Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools or applying MBSE concepts in software architecture and requirements management
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $81100.00 - $150500.00
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.
- 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.