Software Engineering Mgr - L5

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 276,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision care

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead a team developing missile defense software. You will manage the software lifecycle per the SDP, guiding requirements analysis, OO design, coding, integration, and delivery support.

US citizenship and final Secret clearance are required; the role is located at a secured facility in Sunnyvale, CA. Experience in embedded software and C/C++ is desirable, with strong leadership and team-building skills.

Qualifications

• Experience leading software development teams and projects.
• Experience with staffing and talent development.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Experience with embedded software development.

Responsibilities

• Lead software development activities across projects.
• Coordinate recruitment, selection, and training of staff.
• Oversee design, development, documentation, and testing of software.
• Ensure software standards are met throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Embedded software development

Team leadership

Staffing and talent development

Collaboration in multi-disciplinary

Tools

C++

Job description

The Lockheed Martin Space is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Leader 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 Engineering Manager. 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 Final Secret government security clearance prior to starting. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Manages software development activities. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Oversees the design, development, documentation, and testing of 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. Ensures software standards are met.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively in multi‑disciplinary teams
• Experience working embedded software development
• Experience leading software development teams and projects
• Experience with staffing and talent development

Desired Skills

• Working knowledge of C++.
• Understanding of the full software life‑cycle (design, development, integration, test, qualification).
• Experience with Agile SW development environments.
• Ability to translate technical details into clear documentation

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Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $148300.00 - $275500.00

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, 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.