Software Engineering Manager

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* Description:

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* ** WHO WE ARE*
* Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry  With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting edge technology and engineering

** LM SPACE: WHAT WE'RE DOING*
* Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity  While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve  We're creating future ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision  We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world  We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation  And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity

** THE WORK*
* Lockheed Martin is seeking a talented
** Software Engineering Mgr with an active TS/SCI security clearance
** to work from either our Littleton, CO or King of Prussia, PA location s   This is a new RF ground program

The Software Engineering Manager is responsible for:

- Ensuring the organization's staff is meeting all program and business commitments and to work with the Program Leadership team to drive Program Execution

- Managing the staffing and resource allocation within the software domain  This includes recruiting and hiring candidates

- Conducting performance evaluations, promotions, and career planning activities

- Maintaining/updating Software Development Plans and Software SOPs  Ensuring that the Software team understands and follows plans and procedures

- Serve as the control account manager  CAM  for the software activities, ensuring the software capabilities are completed on time, within budget, and meets quality, safety, and performance standards

- Coordinates all software development activities for the program, ensures consistent application of software best practices, and ensuring correct task allocation and prioritization

** This is an SR CAREER  level 5  ROLE where candidates typically require 8 years of professional experience and a BS degree *
* This position is contingent upon the program award expected in Q2, 2026

** WHY JOIN US*
* Opportunity for Impact:
Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization

** Professional Development:
** Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world class training and development programs

** Collaborative Culture:
** Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success

** Competitive Benefits:
** Lockheed Martin employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually  Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:

- Medical

- Dental

- 401k

- Paid time off

- Work/life balance

- Career development

- Mentorship opportunities

- Rewards & recognition

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package : 401K, PTO, and work/life balance and more

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* Basic Qualifications:

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* - Demonstrated leadership skills and behaviors that align with the Full Spectrum Leadership Imperatives

- Experience with planning and coordinating software development in a team oriented environment

- Knowledgeable in Software Engineering Process and Tools, including experience in executing Agile methodology

- Experience across the Software Development Life Cycle

- Earned Value Management  EVM  / CAM  Control Account Management  understanding or experience and/or schedule management for engineering activities

- An active TS/SCI security clearance is required for consideration

** Desired

Skills:

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* - Previous Functional Manager responsibilities/experience performing L Coded responsibilities

- Experience in Planning - Staff, SW Dev tools, maintaining Software Development Plans  SDP

- Understand Agile Software Metrics

- Prior experience as a scrum master

- Prior experience with mission management and command and control software

- Prior experience in RF Ground Systems

- Experience allocating software engineering resources across program projects

** Security Clearance Statement:
** This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration

** Clearance Level:
** TS/SCI

** Other Important Information You Should Know*
* ** Expression of Interest:
** By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this…