Software Engineer-INTERN with Security Clearance

First Roles; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

PTO

Job summary

Lockheed Martin's RMS team in Manassas is offering a Software Engineering Intern position for the Integrated Common Processor (ICP) program, providing a common system software suite for the US Navy. The role requires DoD Secret Clearance.

You will participate in full-lifecycle development, debugging, and system integration tasks, while collaborating with senior engineers in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in computer science, software, computer, electrical engineering, or related STEM.
• Foundational knowledge of Java programming through coursework, projects, or internships.
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments, basic command-line navigation, and debugging concepts.
• Basic understanding of software testing and debugging from academic work or projects.

Responsibilities

• Full-Lifecycle Development: Assist in writing and modifying clean, scalable code for Navy mission applications.
• Baseline Lifecycle Management: Help troubleshoot and debug issues to learn system architecture and improve reliability.
• System Integration & Testing: Write and execute unit tests and validation procedures for complex naval computing environments.
• Team Collaboration & Learning: Engage in design reviews and peer code evaluation with mentors.

Skills

Java basics

Linux basics

Software testing

Debugging

Agile

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/engineering

Tools

Git

Gerrit

Jenkins

GitLab

Job description

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 whats possible.

The Work

The RMS team in Manassas is looking for Software Engineering Intern for the Integrated Common Processor (ICP) program which provides a common Integrated Undersea Surveillance Systems (IUSS) signal processing and display system software and hardware suite for the US Navy. This position requires DoD Secret Clearance.

Core Responsibilities

• Full-Lifecycle Development: Assist in writing and modifying clean, scalable code or expand existing capabilities to support the evolution of critical Navy mission applications.
• Baseline Lifecycle Management: Help troubleshoot and debug issues with the existing software baseline to learn system architecture and contribute to system reliability, efficiency, and long-term stability.
• System Integration & Testing: Write and execute unit test, code integration tasks, and validation procedures to support software verification within complex naval computing environments.
• Team Collaboration & Technical Learning: Active engagement in the engineering process by participating in technical design reviews, learning from peer code evaluation, and senior engineers to grow technical capabilities.

The Intern Experience

Beyond daily engineering tasks, you will participate in an enriching development program designed to broaden your horizons. This includes dedicated mentorship, an impactful intern project that goes beyond core engineering work, and exclusive leadership roundtable sessions. Our program continually evolves based on active feedback, ensuring a dynamic and highly relevant experience.

Technical Environment & Framework

• Operation System: Red Hat Linux (RHEL).
• Programing Languages: Java, C++.
• Framework & Tools: Git, Gerrit, Jenkins, GitLab.

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in computer science, Software, Computer, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM discipline. Foundational knowledge of Java Programing acquired through academic coursework, personal projects, or prior internshipsFamiliarity with Linux/Unix environments, including basic command-line navigation and troubleshooting concepts. Basic understanding of software testing and debugging principals from academic lab work or coding projects.

Desired Skills

• Exposure to advanced Java development such as multithreading
• Exposure to Java desktop UI framework like JavaFX
• Basic understanding of relational or non-relational databases (e.g. MongoDB, PostgreSQL)
• Familiarity with Agile concept
• Familiarity with Bash scripting

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $15.86 - $23.79

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, candidates work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits

• 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.