Software Engineer

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation in Manassas, VA, is seeking a Manassas Software Production & Deployment Engineer to design, develop, test, and deploy components of an MLOps system for a tactical platform. You will work across software development, testing, and deployment, with a focus on edge deployment and customer-ready solutions.

The role requires experience in software development, DevOps, and AI/ML, with travel up to 25% to tactical sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM degree.
• Some experience with software development in production systems.
• Some experience with Linux and Python.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance and willing to work onsite in Manassas, VA.
• Willing to travel to a tactical site up to 25% of time.

Responsibilities

• Software development and debugging of an MLOps system integrated into a tactical system in lab and at customer sites.
• Traveling to tactical sites to support system integration (up to 25%).
• Customer-focused work and deployment to the edge.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

React

Database implementation

Kubernetes

AI/ML

Problem solving

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Software Engineering/Computer Science or related STEM

Tools

Linux

Python

DevOps

Job description

What We're Doing

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems we are driven by innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach – and yours as a Lockheed Martin employee. Lockheed Martin values your skills, training and education. Come and experience your future!

Standard Job Description

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems we are driven by innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach – and yours as a Lockheed Martin employee. Lockheed Martin values your skills, training and education. Come and experience your future!

The Work

The Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) Mission Artificial Intelligence (AI) team is looking for a Manassas Software Production & Deployment Engineer to focus on software development, testing, and deployment for front and back end pieces of an MLOps system. The ideal candidate is passionate about a broad range of projects from software development to research & development to prototype development, culminating in deployment of our products to customers. The successful candidate will have a strong background in areas like: software engineering, DevOps, artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Software development and debugging of an MLOps system integrated into a tactical system both in the lab and at customer sites
• Traveling to the tactical site to support system integration (up to 25% of the time)
• Customer focused work & deployment to the edge
• This role is based on Manassas, VA and co-located with our high performance compute cluster, with telecommuting flexibility depending on program needs.

Who We Are

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions. Our Manassas campus is a thriving center of engineering expertise, fostering a culture that encourages creativity, excellence, and the creation of exceptional products. Our team is made up of dedicated professionals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We are on the cutting edge, inserting AI into defense systems, delivered through our AI Factory in partnership with our lines of business.

Who You Are

To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• An innovative mindset, capable of finding solutions to complex engineering challenges.
• Commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and a dedication to delivering high-quality results.

Why Join Us

Joining Lockheed Martin Means Becoming Part Of a Team That's Making a Significant Impact In The Field Of Engineering. When You Choose To Work With Us, You'll Enjoy

• An excellent working environment equipped with state-of-the-art tools.
• A chance to be a part of solving some of the world's most challenging engineering problems regarding highly complex and integrated subsystems.
• A culture that encourages creativity, excellence, and the development of remarkable products.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM degree
• Some experience with software development in production systems
• Some experience with Linux and Python
• Ability to obtain a security clearance and willing to work onsite with our team in Manassas, VA in our advanced development lab
• Willing to travel to a tactical site to support system integration (up to 25% of your time)

Desired Skills

• Some experience with software languages like Python, C++, Java, React
• Some experience with database implementation
• Some experience with kubernetes or containerization
• Some experience with AI/ML: research, reference implementations, models, and dataset management
• Strong problem solving mindset: ability to develop create solutions to difficult problems often requiring integration of conflicting and, at times, ambiguous or incomplete data on a fast-paced schedule
• Comfortable working in a fast paced and dynamic multi-disciplinary environment

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $91200.00 - $169400.00

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

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.