Software Engineer , Level 4

Overview

Space is a critical domain that connects our technologies, security, and humanity. At Lockheed Martin Space, we harness the full potential of space to innovate, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of technology.

• Generating and simulating operational level plans to explore possibilities for defending the ultimate high ground in a future space war.
• Dynamically optimizing 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.

This position is contingent upon the program award expected in January 2026.

• Development experience with Java, JavaScript, or Python.
• Experience with application containerization (Kubernetes, Helm, Docker, Containers) 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.
• A U.S. Citizen who can obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

• Recent on‑program experience as a technical software lead (architecture design, technical research, project management, code quality standards, etc.).
• Development experience with Linux and shell scripting (bash, ash, ksh).
• Familiarity with the Space Domain.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong team relationships and the ability to 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 to meet on‑time project delivery.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.

This position requires a government security clearance; the candidate must be a U.S. Citizen. The clearance level needed is TS/SCI.

The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington, or Washington DC is $113,900 – $200,905. For other states, the salary range will reflect the candidate’s final work location.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5‑30 days of the requisition posting date for optimal consideration.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available:
Possible
Career Area:
Software Engineering
Type:
Full-Time
Shift: First