Cyber Applied Research Scientist - Cherry Hill, NJ

Lockheed Martin; Cherry Hill (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education assistance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin at Cherry Hill, NJ, is seeking a Cyber Applied Research Scientist to advance autonomy, AI, and CNO technologies. The role emphasizes prototyping, software system design, and collaboration with researchers to deliver cutting-edge cyber capabilities onsite in a TS/SCI environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong C/C++ and Python skills, experience in research and development, and a background in network protocols, embedded systems, and vulnerability analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in technical fields such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Security, or related field.
• Experience in Research & Development
• Experience with Software Development in Python, C, or C++
• Experience in Applied research, Embedded systems development, Compiler design, IDS/PSP design, Reverse engineering, AI, Cyber/IO/CNO R&D

Responsibilities

• Researching, inventing, designing, and developing new computing approaches.
• Creating and improving computer systems, applications, and algorithms.
• Solving complex computing problems through development of innovative prototypes and software systems.
• Authoring technical portions of proposals, presenting results and demonstrating prototypes to teammates and program customers.

Skills

C/C++ development

Python development

Networking protocols

Socket programming

Debugger tools

Kernel development

Cyber/IO/CNO R&D

Research & prototyping

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

GDB

Valgrind

Windbg

OllyDbg

Job description

Standard Job Description

Cyber Applied Research Scientist – Cherry Hill, NJ

Lockheed Martin's Advanced Technology Laboratories (ATL) is an applied research and development center for scientific advancement in the areas of autonomy, robotics, artificial intelligence, command & control, human‑machine symbiosis, spectrum operations, hypersonics and cyber. ATL's Advanced Concepts Laboratory (ACL) has been at the forefront of innovation, crafting cutting‑edge cyber solutions for the Department of War (DoW) and Intelligence Community (IC), focusing on cyber research. Our mission: to empower our nation's heroes with game‑changing Information Operations (IO) and Computer Network Operations (CNO) technologies that tackle some of the toughest challenges head‑on. We’re a passionate, problem‑solving team that thrives on tackling the most complex, enigmatic issue, and our quest for cyber excellence requires a diverse range of skills and expertise.

What You Will Be Doing

In this role, you will working align side applied researchers and engineers who contribute to projects that redefine the cutting edge of customer and internally funded R&D:

• Researching, inventing, designing, and developing new approaches to computing technology, as well as develop innovative uses for existing technology.
• Creating and improving computer systems, applications, and algorithms.
• Solving complex computing problems through development of innovative prototypes and software systems.
• Evaluating systems against envisioned metrics.
• Authoring technical portions of proposals, presenting results and demonstrating prototypes to your teammates and program customers.

Who You Are

• You have demonstrated a passion for cyber technologies, are self‑motivation, and adept at research and prototype development
• You have a deep understanding of network protocols and inter‑process communication
• You possess a strong technical background that might include experience in any of the following: software development with C, C++, and Python; debugging with gdb, Valgrind, windbg; Firmware or Kernel‑level development; OS/Network/Application designs; vulnerability and malware analysis; or Reverse Engineering, IO, and CNO technology development.
• You revel in the thrill of finding solutions when the path isn’t clear, the idea of creating groundbreaking operational capabilities excites you, and you thrive in an open, collaborative environment

Further Information About This Opportunity

This role is fully onsite at our Cherry Hill, NJ location. US Citizenship with eligibility for TS/SCI clearance is required.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in technical fields of study such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Security, or related field.
• Experience in Research & Development
• Experience with Software Development in Python, C, or C++
• Experience in one or more of the following domains:
  • Applied research
  • Embedded systems development
  • Compiler Design and Implementation
  • IDS and PSP Design and Implementation
  • Static and dynamic reverse engineering on x86/x86_64, MIPS, ARM, or PowerPC
  • Vulnerability Analysis of source code or binaries
  • Machine‑learning/Artificial Intelligence
  • Cyber/IO/CNO R&D, capability testing, and validation including government required packages
  • Networking technology
• US Citizenship with eligibility for TS/SCI clearance

Desired Skills

• Advanced degree(s) in technical fields of study such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Security, or related field.
• Demonstrated skills in user‑space or kernel‑space development
• Networking protocols and socket application development
• Debugging (e g gdb, windbg, OllyDbg, Valgrind)
• Experience coordinating with external test organizations to plan and execute large scale test events and exercises
• Demonstrated skills in automated test development and execution of distributed software systems scaling from unit testing to full system testing
• Development and authoring of test plans, test procedures, and test reports
• Experience with testing on both Unix and Windows operating systems
• Self‑directed technical research explorations
• Active Top Secret clearance or higher

Pay Information

• $75000.00 - $142760.00

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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.

• Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective‑bargaining agreement.
• 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) 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.