Software Systems Integrator at Lockheed Martin Corporation Boulder, CO

Fairweather, LLC; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 157,800 - 278,185; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Lead Software Systems Integrator to drive end‑to‑end development of high‑performance ground‑to‑space software systems. You will mentor engineering teams, enforce configuration management, and embed security monitoring for mission‑critical operations.

The role requires a Top Secret clearance, is onsite at Boulder or Longmont, Colorado, and demands extensive software lifecycle experience.

Qualifications

• BS degree and 12+ years of experience preferred for SR CAREER level positions.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and/or Java for embedded/high‑performance apps.
• Strong knowledge of software architecture, APIs, middleware, and RTOS.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and automated build/test pipelines.
• Familiarity with Git, Perforce, ClearCase and requirement traceability.
• Experience across the full software lifecycle: design, develop, integrate, test, document.
• Familiar with Agile practices and leading cross‑discipline teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate complex ground‑to‑space solutions.
• Coordinate integration objectives for large ground system products with engineers.
• Support regression testing and change requests with the test team.
• Lead cross‑discipline planning and issue resolution with hardware and firmware teams.
• Define and drive future architecture and integration roadmap.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and conduct system level analysis to catch issues early.
• Embed automated security monitoring and rapid threat remediation.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Java

Embedded systems

CI/CD

Security monitoring

Education

BS degree

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Azure DevOps

Git

Perforce

ClearCase

Job description

Description: WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting‑edge technology and engineering.

LM SPACE: WHAT WE'RE DOING

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. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

THE WORK

We are seeking a talented Software Systems Integrator supporting multiple TTW Mission Warning and Mission Sustainment programs.

Must have an active Top Secret clearance, location is either Boulder, CO or Longmont, CO.

As the Lead Software Systems Integrator for the TTWMissionWarning and MissionSustainment program areas, you will spearhead the end to end development of high performance, scalable, and reliable solutions. Your responsibilities span the entire product lifecycle—designing, building, and integrating complex software systems while providing technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams. You will ensure comprehensive documentation, enforce rigorous configuration management practices, and implement proactive risk mitigation strategies from concept through deployment. In addition, you will architect and embed automated security monitoring and rapid response capabilities into the solution, guaranteeing continuous compliance and swift threat remediation for mission critical operations.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Design, develop, and integrate complex ground to space solutions ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Coordinate integration objectives for large ground system products and troubleshoot errors with system, software, and test engineers in an agile like team.
• Support regression testing and change request checkout, working closely with the test team.
• Lead cross discipline planning and issue resolution with hardware, firmware, test, and program management teams.
• Define and drive the future architecture roadmap for integrating, testing, and deploying new capabilities.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines (automated build, test, and deployment) and conduct system level analysis/simulation to catch integration issues early.
• Integrate automated security monitoring and response, guaranteeing continuous compliance and rapid threat mitigation.

This is a SR CAREER (level 6) ROLE where candidates typically require 12+ years of experience and a BS degree.

WHY JOIN US

Opportunity for Impact: Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization.

Professional Development: Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world‑class training and development programs.

Collaborative Culture: Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success.

Competitive Benefits: Lockheed Martin employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package : 401K, PTO, and work/life balance and more.

Basic Qualifications:

• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and/or Java for embedded and high performance applications.
• Strong knowledge of software architecture, APIs, middleware, and real time operating systems.
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps) and automated build/test pipelines.
• Familiarity with configuration management systems (Git, Perforce, ClearCase) and requirement traceability tools.
• Experience with integrating and/or testing hardware/software products or equivalent technical experience
• Experience in the full software development life cycle functions including requirements definition, software design, developing, integrating, testing, debugging, and documenting.
• Agile practices

Desired Skills:

• Understanding of automated security monitoring, vulnerability remediation, and compliance frameworks (e.g., DoD RMF, NIST SP800 53).
• COTS and FOSS integration experience
• An active TS/SCI clearance is required for consideration.
• Proven technical leadership, mentorship, ability to produce clear documentation and coordinate multiple engineering disciplines.

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Top Secret

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $157,800 - $278,185. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and also market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

(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.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: SPACE

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Software Engineering

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First