Software Engineer Associate; Secret Clearance

Basic Qualifications

• An interim secret clearance or higher is required for consideration
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics or related technical field
• Knowledge of at least one modern software language such as C++, C, C#, and/or Java (Preferably C++)
• Software development experience in a Linux environment

Our team at Lockheed Martin is dedicated to engineering, developing, and integrating new capabilities for the Missile Defense System that protects the United States and its allies. While we are part of a large organization, we operate within smaller, agile teams in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Our responsibilities include Sensor/Weapon Integration, Algorithm Development, User Interface Development, Automated Testing, Cyber Security, and enhancing critical missile defense technologies.

Lockheed Martin is seeking a software engineer that will thrive in a fast paced team environment in the design, development, and testing of software applications. Under minimal direction, this role provides specialized expertise within multiple systems and software disciplines, and general knowledge of related disciplines, applications implications, and customer areas.

• Design and develop new Java applications; maintain existing Java applications
• Support software testing and resolve issues from multiple baselines
• Perform in‑depth analysis and technical support of systems software products, including complex problem resolution
• Work from system specifications to develop or modify operating systems applications
• Assist with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging and documentation of programs
• Interface with other system support groups
• Generate software design artifacts and support design and code reviews

• This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration.
• The role will involve approximately 10% travel to customer sites throughout the U.S.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced candidate who utilizes good communication skills and good organizational skills to facilitate collaboration across the many organizations necessary to accomplish challenging missions.

• Excellent benefits and amenities.
• Ongoing career development and support.
• Rewards and recognition for your hard work.
• Medical and dental coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off for work/life balance.
• Mentorship opportunities.

• Knowledge/experience in a Version Control System (Git)
• Experience with one or more of the following:
  Python, JavaScript, HTML
• Knowledge/Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
• Strong analytical/problem solving abilities; effective communication for cross‑team coordination; experience with JIRA and Confluence
• Automation with Ansible
• Containerization experience
• Microservice experience
• Software design/architecture experience
• Hardware/software integration and test experience
• Security+ certification
• Experience in design and development of software applications
• Experience in developing new capabilities into a legacy SW system
• Experience in SW analysis against performance requirements
• Experience in optimizing software applications for performance
• Experience developing complex mathematical algorithms from whitepapers or algorithm design documentation
• Experience resolving cyber/security issues identified by Fortify/Sonar Qube/etc.
• Experience using Eclipse to develop software applications
• Experience using Maven/Gradle or other SW build tools
• Experience using automated unit testing frameworks

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.

Onsite Full‑time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.