Software Engineer Sr - Space Protection Programs

Job : 709486

Date posted: Jan. 05, 2026

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.

Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that’s built for you.

• Participate in embedded software development, integration, and/or software test activities.
• Lead the architecture and detailed design of complex CSCs and CSCIs.
• Serve as a leading member of an Agile development team. Participate in Agile Release Planning, Sprint Planning, and guide agile development execution. Provide peer leadership in the guidance and mentorship of agile methods to a multi‑disciplined team of software and systems engineers.
• Act as a role model for the team. Lead by doing.
• Exercise considerable latitude in determining approaches to assignments.
• Learn new tools independently.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in current processes and implement new processes.

• Ability to design software solutions to address complex problems.
• Embedded programming experience in C/C++ and Python.
• Comfortable working in an Agile Scrum environment.
• Active TS Security Clearance.

• Knowledge of embedded systems architectures and test experience using embedded systems.
• Experience integrating complex software systems with high performance and/or timing constraints.
• Prior knowledge of embedded and/or MPSoC architectures.
• Demonstrated experience using the Agile methodology in the development, integration and test of complex software systems and environments.
• Programming background in C/C++ and Python.
• Experience with leading process improvement initiatives.
• Experience with program lifecycle execution from concept phase through end‑of‑life phase.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced and dynamic multi‑disciplinary environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships across Agile Development Teams.

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

The annual base salary range for this position varies by state but generally falls between $93,200 and $164,450. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligibility for incentive plan and other benefits apply as described in the original posting.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Software Engineering
Type: Full‑Time
Shift: First

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in approximately 90 days.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. We prioritize our employees by providing diverse career opportunities, flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits.