AI Software Engineer Sr

Basic Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python, JavaScript/Type Script, or Go
• Familiarity with MCP (Model Context Protocol)
• Familiarity with APIs and web services
• Experience with CI/CD pipeline automation, e.g., Gitlab CI
• Full Stack Development experience preferably utilizing Dev Ops practices
• Ability to work collaboratively in a virtual team environment and willingness to operate in an interactive local and virtual team environment using pair programming and test-driven development processes

Job Code/Title

E9853:

A/AI Mch Learn Engnr Sr

Job Description

The Lockheed Martin AI Factory Apps team within Enterprise Operations is seeking an AI software engineer to support our strong Dev Sec Ops  culture. Our skilled engineers have discipline and domain specific experience and training, best in industry software development practices and patterns, and cutting‑edge tools for software design, development, configuration management, quality, security, and deployment.

The selected candidate will possess a balance of foundational software development skills and familiarity with emerging AI technologies. This position is focused on developing and maintaining AI Utilities and Tools, that can be integrated into MS Office Applications that will eventually become available for teams and users for all LM employees. This position will also be involved in developing, modifying, testing, deploying and maintaining applications in support of the Lockheed Martin AI Factory.

The selected candidate will be a key technical resource on a team with other AI software engineers.

Responsibilities

• Successful development, testing, deployment and maintenance of AI‑enabled applications, incorporating agile and Dev Ops methodologies and concepts
• Developing MCPs that will be used by thousands of LM employees
• Provide support to users experiencing abnormalities, and analyze user feedback and bug reports to implement fixes
• Periodic travel to Lockheed Martin sites may be required, as well as the ability to work in a virtual environment
• #LMLAIC

Desired skills

• Experience with AI client frameworks
• Familiarity with prompt engineering and LLM integration
• Experience with prototype development or rapid iterations
• Understanding of AI governance and responsible AI practices
• Experience authoring documentation
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and containerization
• Previous exposure to AI application development or chatbot/agent building
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity and adapt to the fast‑evolving AI landscape
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Other Important Information

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.

Ability to work remotely

Full‑time Remote Telework:
The employee selected for this position will work remotely full time at a location other than a Lockheed Martin designated office/job site. Employees may travel to a Lockheed Martin office for periodic meetings.

Shift

First

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 employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Work Schedule

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Security Clearance

None

LMCareers Business Unit

ENTERPRISE BUSINESS SERVICES

Program

AI Factory

Department

50333:

Digital Data & Software

Job Class

Software Engineering

Job Category

Experienced Professional

City, State

Fort Worth-TX, King of Prussia-PA, Littleton-CO, Orlando-FL

City

Fort Worth, King of Prussia, Littleton, Orlando

Zip

19406, 32825, 76108, 80127

Virtual

yes

Relocation/Housing Stipend Available

No

Req Type

Full‑Time

Direct/Indirect

Indirect

Company

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…