Software Engineer Sr Stf

Job Description

Our Software Integration Team drives software integration, troubleshooting, and debugging for the F-35 and ADP Skunk works Mission Systems. We play a pivotal role in delivering software that's ready for the warfighter.

What You'll Do
As a Software Integration Tech Lead, you'll own the technology development lifecycle-setting architectural direction, steering system and software design, and elevating automation tooling and infrastructure across the team. You'll work across a variety of host environments, including:

- Aircraft flight software
- Simulated mission systems
- Laboratory setups that combine constructive simulations, physical hardware, and system-level models

Your core responsibilities include:

- Lead and mentor a team of integration engineers, providing technical guidance, code reviews, and best-practice standards.
- Develop, integrate, and debug software across the above platforms, ensuring solutions meet mission-critical performance and safety requirements.
- Own and optimize CI/CD pipelines, implementing reliable, repeatable builds and fostering continuous-delivery culture.
- Architect and enhance virtual development labs and aircraft-software processes, driving scalability and usability.
- Design and implement automation tools using open-source, commercial, and in-house solutions, championing reusable frameworks.
- Coordinate cross-functional efforts, acting as the technical liaison with mission-system experts, simulation specialists, and stakeholder groups.

Who You Are

- A proven leader with deep domain expertise in mission-system software or high-fidelity simulation software.
- A collaborative team player who thrives in high-performing, multi-program environments and can inspire others to solve complex problems.
- An effective communicator with strong written and verbal skills, comfortable engaging with customers, senior stakeholders, and cross-organizational teams.
- Experienced in architectural decision-making, performance profiling, and setting integration standards for aerospace or defense software.

The successful candidate will be a member of a high-performing multi-program team, demonstrate effective communication, and regularly interact with inter-organizational customers and partners. This Tech Lead role is critical to shaping the automation infrastructure, software integration strategy, and build processes that support multiple mission-critical programs.

This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

AeroSW
2026 aerosw

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or above from an accredited college/university in a STEM discipline (or equivalent experience)
C++ or Java programming experience
Linux/Unix experience
Hardware troubleshooting and/or software debugging
Experience leading a team of engineers

Desired skills

Experience with software integration, debugging, and system level testing.
Familiarity with CI/CD tooling (e.g., Jenkins, Git Lab, Azure Dev Ops).
Proficiency in scripting/automation languages (Python, Bash, Power Shell, etc.).
Knowledge of aircraft or mission system software development cycles
Exposure to simulated environments and hardware in the loop testing.

EEO

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Other Important Information

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Work Schedule Information

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 condensed schedules provide…