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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 26, 2026. Lockheed Martin scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Lockheed Martin is the largest defence contractor in the world, formed in 1995 by merging Lockheed Corporation with Martin Marietta and headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. Its single most important programme is the F-35 Lightning II, the most expensive weapons system ever built, alongside the F-16, the C-130 transport and classified work at the Skunk Works advanced development unit. The company also dominates missile defence with THAAD and PAC-3 interceptors, supplies HIMARS and Javelin systems, owns the helicopter maker Sikorsky, and builds the Orion crew capsule and military satellites through its space division.

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.

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Engineering and Technology is the place to build your career in Software Engineering! From designing, developing, integrating, simulating, deploying and flight testing, our Software Engineers provide leading-edge systems and open system architectures that enable our war fighters to dominate across the globe. In Skunk Works, our people are progressive, problem solving, deep thinkers who are empowered to attack and address the challenges that our armed services pilots encounter in the field. We move fast; we enjoy autonomy, we deliver undisputed quality; and we expect impactful contributions from our teammates accomplished via advanced, ethical behaviors.

This position supports the development of government reference architecture-compliant mission autonomy software. Define mission systems components for unmanned integrated systems, ground control stations, and modeling and simulation environments. You will support the integration of open architecture software services to run on advanced mission systems hardware and verify the functional behavior of the end-to-end capability as deployed on the hardware. We will help identify and leverage your strengths and guide you to develop and accelerate your skills on important projects that provide immediate value to our customers. The day-to-day expectations of the person in this role are that s/he will face complex and challenging assignments that may require investigation and critical problem solving. The specific job responsibilities of this role may be classified and will require the applicant to be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance. Does this sound like you? No need to hunt down interesting work here because at Lockheed Martin Skunk Works the interesting work finds us! Our customers know we will deliver the results they require at a pace they need. If you’re up for an ultra-fast-paced, something new-every-day, short-deadline-driven, self-directed, empowered, agile team environment, join us for your next step in Software Engineering. We will push you to improve, challenge you every day to exceed expectations and provide you with the infrastructure and support to meet those challenges. ***Must be a US Citizen. This position requires the applicant to have or obtain at least an Interim Secret clearance before starting.***

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelors in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Development or related degree from an accredited college.
  • Software development experience in C++ and Python
  • Experience with Linux

Desired Skills

  • Understands Open System Architectures like Big Iron and AMS GRA
  • Experience with containerization technology like Docker and Podman
  • Experience with Vagrant and/or Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)
  • Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools like Gitlab CI/CD
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships, collaborate with others, engage in constructive conflict, and manage interpersonal dynamics

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $148300.00 - $275500.00

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.
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