Software Engineer, Stf - GMD Weapons Systems; GWS

What We're Doing

Become a part of something IMPACT-ful! Ground Missile Defense (GMD) is the heart of the Missile Defense System and a key element of our nation’s defense against ballistic missile attacks. The GMD Weapon System (GWS) processes data from multiple sensors to identify and characterize the inbound ballistic missile threat, plans the best defensive solution, and launches the intercepting missiles to negate the threat.

The Software Engineer Stf responsibilities include software development and support of the Missile Defense Agency’s (MDA’s) Ground‑Based Mid‑course Defense (GMD) program. You will be responsible for developing and implementing software updates that best meet changing customer needs for new and existing features, collaborating with team members, and working in a cross‑functional agile scrum team.

• Designs, develops, documents, tests and debugs applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions with ingenuity and creativity.
• Collaborates with other software and systems engineers to determine computer user needs; analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems with program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls; prepares operating instructions.
• Ensures software standards are met.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding and wide application of software development related technical principles, theories, and concepts. Shows general knowledge of other related disciplines.

• Support advanced portions of the lifecycle of software development to include requirements definition, integration, and deployment.
• Prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish project results with limited oversight and direction.
• Apply “systems thinking” to ensure developed products are scalable, maintainable, and meet end‑user needs.
• Communicates openly and effectively with teammates and customer representatives.
• Thrive in a fast‑paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborations across disciplines.

Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. Our RMS business in Huntsville, AL is a hub of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology. We value collaboration, excellence, and integrity in everything we do. As a part of our team, you will work alongside like‑minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life

Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience, or a Master’s STEM Degree and 6 years of related experience, or 4 years of experience with a PhD.
• Extensive experience developing object‑oriented software in C#.
• Extensive experience with Embedded software development.
• Experience developing software in a Windows environment.
• Experience developing and maintaining unit tests in Windows/.NET environments using industry standard test frameworks and mocking techniques.
• Applicants must have a current active in‑scope U.S. Government DoD issued Secret security clearance at the time of application which is required to start.

• Missile Defense domain knowledge.
• Security+ Certification.
• A current active in‑scope U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance.
• Familiarity with Atlassian and Agile software development practices.
• Ability and willingness to travel 10% to support business needs.
• Knowledge of SysUML.
• Experience using NUnit.
• Experience with Moq.

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret

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