Software Architect, Software Engineer

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.

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. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

Lockheed Martin is seeking a talented Software Architect 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.

• Leading and developing the Software Architecture for the program through all phases of the software development life cycle – requirements, design, code, test, and maintenance
• Leading a team of software engineers, coordinating with other subsystem team and program leadership, splitting time between technical and leadership tasks
• Planning, conducting, and coordinating software development activities for a mission planning / command and control software systems, performing complex processing of instruction sets for multiple hardware sites based on user input
• Engaging with Systems Engineering organization to decompose and allocate requirements, perform verification and validation, and support system integration
• Applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. This will include facilitating an Agile workflow and supporting major program milestone events (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR) from initial design through final delivery of a product
• Applying knowledge of computer hardware and software, mission planning and command and control systems, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to architect software
• Correcting program errors, compiling documentation of program development, and analyzing system capabilities, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls
• Ensures software standards are met

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.

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.

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.

• Demonstrated Experience leading highly technical software development efforts
• Experience leading cross‑functional initiatives, interfacing with product management, hardware engineers, and external partners
• Ability to interact with peers to facilitate interoperability with other subsystems
• Experience with service architectures and computationally complex problems
• Experience with product lifecycle phases (SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR)
• Active TS/SCI security clearance is required for consideration

• Demonstrated understanding of software design with a…