Senior Software Engineer Level 3

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 98,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and automate flight software in a cross-platform environment. You will lead small teams, build test frameworks, and collaborate with engineers across programs to deliver reliable automation capabilities.

The role requires strong Python, C/C++, Linux, and Windows skills, plus experience with CI/CD tooling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in a STEM discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience with software unit testing and/or integrated software system testing.
• Proven advanced Python development experience.
• Strong background with Linux and Windows environments.
• Demonstrated ability to design, build, and operate software infrastructure and libraries for test automation.

Responsibilities

• Design & develop test automation infrastructure (Python driven) that integrates with a C++ codebase and supports simulated, hardware in the loop, and laboratory environments.
• Create, maintain, and extend reusable tooling (open source, commercial, and in house) for continuous integration, test execution, and result analysis.
• Support virtual development labs and aircraft software build pipelines, ensuring reliable delivery of test artifacts to external software teams.
• Lead small software sub teams (2–5 engineers) through sprint planning, daily scrums, sprint reviews, and technical demos.
• Collaborate with multi program stakeholders (aircraft, simulation, and systems engineers) to gather requirements, troubleshoot failures, and drive automation improvements.
• Document architecture, usage guides, and troubleshooting procedures for internal and external teams.
• Participate in inter organizational customer interactions to align automation capabilities with program needs.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Linux

Windows

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab

Bitbucket

Job description

Standard Job Description

Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities. Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems or questions in computer language for solutions by means of data processing equipment. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. Ensures software standards are met.

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics delivers breakthrough aircraft (F 35, F 22, F 16, AMMM, and SkunkWorks). The Framework Integration Team (FIT) is a software automation team that implements and maintains a cross platform Test Automation Framework that enables rapid, repeatable testing of flight software across multiple airframes. We are looking for a Software Engineer Sr to join our mission!

What You Will Be Doing

Your responsibilities will support the technology development lifecycle, including:

• Design & develop test automation infrastructure (Python driven) that integrates with a C++ codebase and supports simulated, hardware in the loop, and laboratory environments.
• Create, maintain, and extend reusable tooling (open source, commercial, and in house) for continuous integration, test execution, and result analysis.
• Support virtual development labs and aircraft software build pipelines, ensuring reliable delivery of test artifacts to external software teams.
• Lead small software sub teams (2 5 engineers) through sprint planning, daily scrums, sprint reviews, and technical demos.
• Collaborate with multi program stakeholders (aircraft, simulation, and systems engineers) to gather requirements, troubleshoot failures, and drive automation improvements.
• Document architecture, usage guides, and troubleshooting procedures for internal and external teams.
• Participate in inter organizational customer interactions to align automation capabilities with program needs.

Who You Are

• A proactive problem solver who plans, prioritizes, and executes tasks to keep automation projects on schedule.
• An effective communicator who can translate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders and thrive in frequent inter organizational interactions.
• A collaborative leader comfortable guiding small software teams through agile ceremonies while also delivering high quality work independently.
• Passionate about aircraft software and test automation, with a strong interest in advancing cross platform testing capabilities.
• Experienced with Python, C/C++, Linux, and Windows environments, and eager to expand expertise in CI/CD pipelines and tooling.
• U.S.citizen able to obtain and maintain an interim Secret clearance.

What’s In It For You

3 day weekends every weekend!

We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

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Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above from an accredited college/university in a STEM discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience with software unit testing and/or integrated software system testing
• Proven advanced Python development experience.
• Strong background with Linux and Windows environments.
• Demonstrated ability to design, build, and operate software infrastructure and libraries for test automation.

Desired Skills

Experience with CI tools, such as Jenkins, GitLab, or Bitbucket

• Experience with automation tools and development
• Experience programming in C/C++ and other languages.
• Experience with debugging tools and methodologies
• A strong interest in supporting software development for avionics systems
• Experience designing, building, and maintaining high availability software infrastructure supporting large scale user bases and cross functional product line integrations.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $98100.00 - $182100.00

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.