Software Engineer Senior Staff

Lockheed Martin; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 167,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space in Huntsville, AL seeks a Software Engineer to join the NGI team, developing missile defense software using C/C++. Responsibilities span requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and integration following SDP.

Candidates should have embedded software experience; you will work in a security-sensitive environment requiring US citizenship and ability to obtain clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience with programming languages such as C, C++.
• Experience or classroom knowledge with embedded software/hardware.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, aerospace engineering or related degree.

Responsibilities

• Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities.
• Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software that solves business/mission problems.
• Applies software standards and ensures compliance across the development life cycle.

Skills

C

C++

Embedded software

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related

Tools

Agile Software Development

MBSE

Job description

Standard 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. The Lockheed Martin Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) team is seeking experienced Software Engineers to be part of a team developing missile defense technology that could forever change our ability to deter and respond to adversity. Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full time Software Engineer. In this role, you will support the software engineering lifecycle following the program Software Development Plan (SDP) to include requirements analysis, object oriented analysis & design, code & unit test, integration, and support to formal test/delivery. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of languages such as C or C++. Must be a US Citizen; this position will require government security clearance prior to starting. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Travel up to 5% to Huntsville, AL for Planning activities. 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. Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience with programming languages such as C, C++
• Experience or classroom knowledge with embedded software/hardware

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of Agile Software Development
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of Model Base Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Previous experience designing to software requirements
• Experience with full software life cycle development including SW design, architecture and integration & test
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Aerospace Engineering or other related degree program from an accredited college/university

Pay Information

• Full-Time Salary Range: $166900.00 - $309900.00

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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, 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.