Software Engineering – Level 4

We are Lockheed Martin. We are seeking a highly experienced Software Engineer to design, develop and implement a modern software framework for the F-35 Ground Systems Mission Planning Environment (MPE) project. The MPE is a critical component of the F-35 program, enabling all ground-based operations and playing a vital role in the successful execution of missions and overall operation of the aircraft.

As a senior member of the F-35 Ground Systems MPE software team, the successful candidate will guide a team of Software Engineers in designing and developing a new contract aimed at modernizing the Mission Planning product and tools. This senior role requires a deep understanding of software architecture, technical vision, and the ability to drive the successful implementation of this complex project.

The successful candidate will assume a technical senior software role, responsible for leading the software development of a microservices container‑orchestrated (Kubernetes) architecture in a Dev Ops environment. As a Staff Software Engineer, they will lead the Mission Planning Environment team through the full development lifecycle, ensuring continuity and effective communication of software strategy, design, and implementation. They will actively contribute to new concepts, possess full knowledge of industry and company practices, and demonstrate expertise in the field.

The candidate will develop innovative solutions to complex problems, guide major projects to completion, enforce strong software‑architectural principles, and participate in end‑to‑end integration activities.

3‑day weekends every weekend! From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules and comprehensive benefits that invest in your future and security. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. This position is in Fort Worth, TX – discover more about the city and its culture.

• Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access and an interim Secret clearance to start.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of overall software development experience.
• Proficient in full‑stack development, testing, with experience in microservices and web applications.
• Experience in object‑oriented design and development, including C# and .NET.
• Web‑based design experience using React
  
  JS.
• Experience implementing software patterns and design efforts for complex software systems and applications.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex problem statements and collaborate with stakeholders to develop simple and effective solutions.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, and experience working in Agile environments.
• Desire for continuous learning and self‑improvement.

• Experience in containerized applications using Kubernetes and Docker.
• Experience with Mission Planning Environment (MPE).
• Proficient in scripting and automation tools (Ansible, Python, Puppet, or Terraform).
• Experience in test automation using Robot and Cypress frameworks.
• Experience with cloud environments such as AWS or Azure.
• Experience working with different engineering disciplines to derive and decompose requirements.
• Experience in Dev Sec Ops , including CI/CD, with a strong understanding of security and compliance principles.
• Experience implementing and maintaining automation technologies and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) services.

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

This position requires a US Citizen and a continuing Secret clearance. The work will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The role is full‑time with a 4×10 hour day, 3 days off per week schedule.

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility. Standard schedules include 40 hours over a five‑day week, with condensed options available. Protected paid time‑off benefits are also provided.

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