Senior Embedded Software Test Engineer

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Education Assistance

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full-time Software Test Engineer in Sunnyvale, CA. You will support the software engineering lifecycle per the Software Development Plan (SDP), including requirements analysis, code and unit testing, integration testing, and verification, with emphasis on quality and security.

Qualifications include proficiency in Python and C++, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Python and C++ for software testing and scripting.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance and US citizenship.
• Experience collaborating with multi-disciplinary, team-based groups.

Responsibilities

• Support the software engineering lifecycle per SDP, from requirements analysis to delivery.
• Perform code and unit testing, integration testing and requirements verification.
• Assist with formal test planning and delivery activities.

Skills

Python

C++

Team collaboration

US Citizenship / Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM field

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

DevSecOps tools

Job description

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.

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full-time Software Test Engineer. In this role, you will support the software engineering lifecycle following the Software Development Plan (SDP) program to include requirements analysis, code & unit test, integration testing, requirements verification, and support to formal test/delivery.

The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of languages such as Perl, Python, and C++. Must be a US Citizen; this position will require Interim Secret government security clearance prior to starting and the ability. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications

• Proficient in Python, and C++.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multi‑disciplinary, team‑based groups.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM‑related discipline from an accredited university.
• Experience across the full software life‑cycle (design, architecture, development, integration, test, qualification).
• Familiarity with embedded software/hardware (hands‑on or academic).
• Working knowledge of DevOps/DevSecOps tools (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, security scanning).
• Comfortable in Agile development environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to test and verify software against defined requirements.
• Active DOD Secret Clearance.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $98100.00 - $182100.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well‑being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

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
• 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.