Embedded Software Engineer

Lockheed Martin; Little Meadows (PA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits (healthcare, 退休

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin RMS seeks an Embedded Software Engineer to develop and sustain secure embedded processing applications at the hardware/software interface. You will design, implement, and test C++ code for secure processing, work with PCIe/SPI/I2C, and create embedded Linux images.

Onsite in Owego, NY within a classified environment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain CI/CD pipelines, and ensure security and quality across programs.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in C++ for embedded or systems-level development.
• Experience with PCIe, SPI, and I2C hardware interfaces.
• Experience creating and configuring embedded Linux images.
• Strong analytical and debugging skills at hardware/software interface.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team.
• DoD security clearance to start at Secret level

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain C++ code for embedded secure processing applications.
• Develop low-level software interfacing with hardware components and protocols.
• Work with PCIe, SPI, and I2C hardware interfaces.
• Create and configure embedded Linux images and kernel bring-up.
• Support integration, system bring-up, and debugging in lab environments.
• Maintain and enhance CI/CD pipelines for secure software delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver prototype and production systems.
• Ensure software solutions meet security, reliability, performance, and quality standards.

Skills

C++

Embedded systems

PCIe

SPI

I2C

Embedded Linux

Debugging

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM (2+ years experience)

Master’s degree (no experience required)

Job description

Job Description:

What We’re Doing

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS), we are at the forefront of developing secure, high-performance embedded systems that support national defense and security. Our team specializes in Secure FPGA and Secure Processing applications, integrating advanced hardware and software technologies to deliver mission-critical solutions that protect those who serve. Our work spans secure embedded processing platforms, hardware/software integration, and real-time system development within classified environments.

The Work

As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development and sustainment of secure embedded processing applications operating at the hardware/software interface. Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining C++ code for embedded secure processing applications
• Developing low-level software that interfaces directly with hardware components and communication protocols
• Working with hardware communication protocols such as PCIe, SPI, and I2C
• Creating, configuring, and maintaining embedded Linux images (including kernel configuration and system bring-up activities)
• Supporting integration, system bring-up, and debugging in lab environments
• Maintaining and enhancing CI/CD pipelines to streamline secure software delivery
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop, integrate, test, and deliver prototype and production-ready systems
• Ensuring software solutions meet stringent security, reliability, performance, and quality standards

U.S. citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD government security clearance at the Secret level to start. This position is full-time onsite in Owego, NY within a classified environment.

Who We Are

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and security technology. Our Owego, NY location is recognized for excellence in mission systems integration and secure embedded processing solutions. We foster a culture of innovation, integrity, collaboration, and technical excellence while delivering systems that directly impact national security.

Who You Are

You are an embedded software engineer with a strong technical foundation and a passion for working close to the hardware. You enjoy solving complex technical problems and contributing to secure, mission-critical systems.

You bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) field from an accredited institution with 2 years of professional experience, or a Master’s degree with no professional experience required
• Proficiency in C++ for embedded or systems-level development
• Knowledge of hardware communication protocols such as PCIe, SPI, and I2C
• Experience creating and configuring embedded Linux images
• Strong analytical and debugging skills at the hardware/software interface
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment

Why Join Us

Joining our team means contributing to projects that directly impact national security.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Relocation assistance to make your transition to Owego seamless.
• A collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork.
• The opportunity to live in Owego, NY—voted the "coolest small town in America"—offering a relaxed lifestyle amidst the beautiful Catskill Mountains.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) field from an accredited institution with 2 years of professional experience, or a Master’s degree with no professional experience required
• Proficiency in C++ for embedded or systems-level development
• Knowledge of hardware communication protocols such as PCIe, SPI, and I2C
• Experience creating and configuring embedded Linux images
• Strong analytical and debugging skills at the hardware/software interface
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD government clearance at the Secret level and must have Secret clearance to start
• Willingness to work in a classified environment