Software Engineer Sr Stf
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026. Lockheed Martin scores A on the Alion truth index.
Standard Job Description
Become a Skunk and define the future by developing disruptive solutions that combine autonomy, stealth technology, open systems architectures, and manned/unmanned teaming capabilities to solve the most critical national security challenges today. Push the boundaries of what’s possible to quickly design, develop and test innovative solutions that provide lifesaving intelligence for the warfighter. At Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, nothing is impossible. Our scientists and engineers tackle some of the world’s hardest problems every day to pioneer radical approaches to groundbreaking advanced technology concepts.
As a Senior software engineer, you will contribute to the full development lifecycle, including requirements generation, software design, implementation, integration, and flight test. You'll develop next generation Avionics services, safety critical OFP software and integrate flight critical hardware subsystems. Participate in end-to-end integration activities including a multitude of host systems, such as live assets of varying capability and structure, simulated systems, and laboratory environments with constructive simulations, physical hardware, and system simulations.
Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.
This position is located at a facility that requires special access and a Top Secret clearance to be considered.***
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or above from an accredited college in a relevant field of study; or equivalent with minimum 5 years experience
Experience with C and/or C++
Experience with Linux or RTOS (real time operating systems) and associated development toolchains
Experience with the software development process in a team environment (peer reviews, unit testing, configuration management, defect tracking)
Experience mentoring and training junior engineers or a lead position/senior engineer
***Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access and a Top Secret clearance to be considered.***
Desired Skills
Experience as technical lead or SME in various subsystems development
Both Windows and Linux development environments
Embedded systems software development
Developing software for air vehicle systems
Worked or developed models and simulations for HW
Familiarity with Git, GitLab, Jira, and other SW collaboration tools
Experience with networking protocols (e.g. IP, UDP, RTP, etc.)
Experience with hardware protocols (e.g. ARINC-429, RS-485, I2C, SPI, etc.)
Experience working with safety/flight critical software development processes (e.g. MIL-STD-516C, MIL-HDBK-1797, AC-17-01, DO-178)
Ability to travel as needed
Experience with the software development process in a team environment (peer reviews, unit testing, configuration management, defect tracking)
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $166900.00 - $309900.00
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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.