Software Engineer - Top Secret
Listed on 2026-05-21
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer, IT Support, Cloud Computing
Description
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.
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.
And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in developing software to shape a new era in space and find a career that’s built for you.
Responsibilities- Generating and simulating operational level plans to explore the art of the possible, how we could defend the ultimate high ground in a future space war
- Dynamically optimizing both terrestrial and space-based sensors to provide comprehensive space domain awareness
- Strategically optimizing the placement and maneuvering of constellations of satellites to satisfy multiple, evolving priorities
Our team leverages industry standard open-source software solutions such as Git Lab, Kubernetes, and Helm. Our automation-first and “everything as code” mindset allows our software engineers to focus their time and efforts on what is most important - building cutting edge functionality for our end users.
Basic Qualifications- Experience developing software in any of the following languages:
Java, C++, JavaScript, Python - Experience with application containerization (Kubernetes, Helm, Docker, Containerd) in a cloud environment (AWS, Azure, Open Stack, Open Shift)
- Experience working in an Agile development environment, using tools such as JIRA and Confluence
- Experience with CI/CD - Deployment pipelines, automated build, and configuration tools (Gitlab, ArgoCD)
- Must be a US Citizen;
Must have a current Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
- Recent on-program experience as a technical lead (e.g., architecture design, technical research, project management, define/enforce code quality standards, etc.)
- Development experience with Java or Python
- Recent on-program Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) experience (e.g., automation, incident management, monitoring, optimization, programming/scripting, metrics, security, etc.)
- Development experience with Linux and shell scripting (e.g., bash)
- Familiarity with the Space Domain
- Ability to communicate effectively and work in a collaborative environment
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing at a professional level
- Demonstrated ability to establish strong team relationships and deliver exceptional results
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
- Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These…
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