Software Engineer - Level 2 Security Clearance

Position: Software Engineer - Level 2 with Security Clearance
Job Number 727896

Description:

WHO WE ARE Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering. LM SPACE: WHAT WE'RE DOING Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity.

While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve.

We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. THE WORK Ground Software team is seeking a Level 2 Software Engineer to support the SDA portfolio, from Boulder, CO or Valley Forge, PA, on the ground product line, developing solutions for OPIR sensor-data-stream processing that enables missile-warning capabilities.

In this role you will design, develop, maintain, and test the Mission Processing codebase, adapt and extend existing frameworks for new sensor interfaces, create and document robust APIs, and build mission-processing applications that meet stringent performance, latency, and reliability requirements. You will write and execute unit, integration, and system-level tests, troubleshoot issues across the software stack, and collaborate closely with systems, hardware, algorithm, and mission-operations teams to deliver high-quality features on schedule.

The ideal candidate is a critical thinker, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about their trade, with at least one year of professional software development experience and proven ability to work in high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams while maintaining a focus on system quality and timely delivery. This position is contingent upon the program award expected in June, 2026. This is an EMERGING PROFESSIONAL (level
2) ROLE where candidates typically require 1+ years of professional experience and a BS degree. If you think this describes you and you are looking for an opportunity to grow and challenge yourself then we would love for you to apply! WHY JOIN US Opportunity for Impact:
Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization. Professional Development:
Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world-class training and development programs. Collaborative Culture:
Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success. Competitive Benefits:
Lockheed Martin employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package : 401K, PTO, and work/life balance and more.

Basic Qualifications:

• 1+ years of programming experience proficiency in at least one of the following:
Java, C#, or C++.
• Knowledge of an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Experience developing maintainable code as well as performing unit, integration, and regression testing
• Final secret security clearance required for consideration Desired

Skills:

• Hands-on experience with containerization tools (e.g., Docker) and an…