Standard Job Description
The Lockheed Martin Rotary & Mission Systems (RMS) Operations - Global Sustainment Information Systems and Innovation (IS&I) organization is seeking a high energy professional with a strong background in software engineering, API development & integration, and experience with enterprise product portfolios, focusing on a broad range of solution across the corporation. The team is focused on working in innovative and agile teams to rapidly iterate and mature solutions from prototypes to deployment for utilization across the Lockheed Martin enterprise and in the field for our customers.
The Information Systems and Innovation (IS&I) is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Leader to be part of a team with a focus on the development of technologies and products that leverage software engineering and product knowledge to provide discriminating capability to our internal teams, organizations, business areas, and customers overall. In this role, the candidate will support the software engineering lifecycle following the program Software Development Plan (SDP) to include requirements analysis, object-oriented analysis & design, code & unit test, integration, and support to formal test/delivery.
The candidate will lead, oversea, and help guide major projects to completion. Decisions will have high visibility and will require strategic decisions that will help influence the organization. This will require engagement in every phase of the system development lifecycle including requirements generation, system and software design, development, implementation, integration, and deployment. Actions will range from research, proof of concepts, development of prototypes, building demonstrators, transition to production, planning & budgeting, and staffing.
We are seeking a skilled software development engineer leader to plan, conduct, and coordinate all phases of software projects, from design through testing and debugging. In this role, the candidate will create logical and mathematical solutions in code that address business and mission-critical problems, applying established standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Leveraging deep knowledge of software/hardware infrastructure and domain‑specific applications, the candidate will translate user‑derived requirements into robust applications, correct errors, produce clear operating instructions, and compile comprehensive documentation. An analysis of system capabilities is needed to resolve questions about program intent, output requirements, data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls, ensuring all software meets our rigorous standards. The position involves developing solutions, with work reviewed for judgment, accuracy, and quality, and contributing to organizational projects and goals through effective collaboration with team members and selected external contacts.
These techniques would be applied to solve complex problems and develop innovative solutions. The selected candidate will also be expected to assume technical responsibilities and take ownership of development tasks.
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related discipline
• Experience with C# .NET, .NET Core, C, C++, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, PhP, Web-based languages (Angular, HTML5, CSS, etc.), and other compiled languages.
• Experience interfacing with databases (SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.)
• Experience with the development of APIs to work with Native code/solutions
• Experience with DevOps tools: Docker, Git [GitLab, GitHub], Continuous Integration [CI], Continuous Deployment [CD]
• Working knowledge of backend data connections and endpoints
• Experience developing applications on Windows and Linux
• Creative and resourceful when it comes to problem-solving
• Ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment with virtual teams
• Ability to lead and mentor fellow developers and employees
• Must be a US Citizen.
Desired Skills
• Master’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related discipline
• Understanding of large-scale software architecture and design
• Ability to capture data requirements from data systems
• Ability to perform a gap analysis on existing products, solutions, and processes.
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
• Experience with Product Life Cycle Management (PLM) systems
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to real-world deployment challenges
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment in an industry that constantly changes
• Strong oral and written communication skills, and ability to collaborate with cross-functional partners
• A curious and can-do attitude. You are not afraid to try, learn, and improve
Pay Information
GeoZone Definition: GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role.
- Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $150800.00 - $280000.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc.
- Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): $135700.00 - $251900.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc.
- Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): $120600.00 - $224000.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas–Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc.
- Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): $108600.00 - $201600.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Ocala, FL; Lufkin, TX; etc.
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.
Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.