Software Engineer - E2

Lockheed Martin; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 81,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Software Engineer for the Skunk Works team to design, develop, and integrate high‑performance C++ applications for cockpit interfaces. You will work with a diverse team and contribute across requirements, design, implementation, testing, and hardware integration.

The role emphasizes rapid iteration, rigorous testing, and maintaining software quality across platforms, with flexible work arrangements and strong focus on engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in CS/CE/EE or equivalent.
• Experience with C/C++ programming languages.
• Experience with UNIX/Linux development environment.
• Experience with Git, GitLab, and CI/CD concepts.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the full software development lifecycle from requirements to hardware integration.
• Develop high‑performance C++ software for cockpit interfaces and integration with hardware and systems.

Skills

C/C++ programming

UNIX/Linux development

Git & GitLab

CI/CD concepts

Education

B.S. Computer Science / Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering

Tools

Git

GitLab

CI/CD pipelines

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.

Job Overview

This position is for a Software Engineer within the historic Skunk Works Organization. The team is a diverse set of hardware and software engineers working to design, develop, prototype, and integrate cutting edge technologies. Embodying the true Skunk Works spirit, the dynamic, fast‑paced environment delivers frequent improvements and testing. The candidate is expected to join a team of software engineers, with a strong focus on individual development in the development of high‑performance C++ applications for modern cockpit interfaces. Strong software development skills and the ability to diagnose complex software and/or hardware integration problems will make the selected candidate successful in this role. You’ll contribute to software solutions with an eye toward commonality and reusability to reduce long‑term costs and maximize value across platforms. You will participate in the full development lifecycle. From requirements and design to implementation, testing, and hardware integration. You’ll be immersed in state-of-the-art research, translating hardware‑software concepts into working prototypes, seeing them through rigorous testing and flight trials, and delivering them as operational, field‑able assets.

Basic Qualifications

• 4-year degree in B.S. Computer Science, B.S Computer Engineering or B.S. Electrical Engineering
• Experience with C/C++ programming languages
• Experience with UNIX/Linux development environment
• Experience with Git, GitLab, and CI/CD concepts

Desired Skills

• Strong Written and verbal communication
• Understanding of software engineering best practices (Particularly C/C++)
• Experience with OpenGL, Gtk, Qt
• Avionics/Aerospace experience
• Experience with virtualization, containers, and container deployment
• Experience with the networking stack in Linux
• Experience in software & hardware integration
• Experience with graphics and/or GUI development

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $81100.00 - $150500.00

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.