Sr. Software Test Engineer-Lead

Groupe Kardol; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Senior Test Driven Development (TDD) Engineer to lead automated testing frameworks within the FBM organization. You will champion TDD, mentor developers, and collaborate with product owners, QA, and DevOps to embed testing across the SDLC.

Qualified candidates must be US citizens and able to obtain a secret clearance. The role supports part-time remote telework with on-site schedules at a Lockheed Martin facility.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required and ability to obtain a secret clearance.
• Experience building automated tests with modern tech stacks (Java, C#, Python, Angular, JavaScript/TypeScript).
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience in Agile (Scrum/Kanban) environments and applying DevOps principles.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and maintenance of automated testing frameworks with TDD.
• Champion TDD practices across multiple product lines and mentor developers.
• Partner with product owners, QA, and DevOps teams to embed automated testing throughout the SDLC.

Skills

Java / C#

Python

JavaScript / TypeScript

Angular

Unit / UI testing

CI/CD

Agile / DevOps

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science / Software Engineering or related

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

GitLab CI

GitHub Actions

Job description

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.

We are seeking a Senior Test Driven Development (TDD) Engineer to join the FBM organization and lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of automated testing frameworks that drive high quality software. The successful candidate will champion TDD practices across multiple product lines, mentor developers, and partner with product owners, QA, and DevOps teams to embed automated testing into every stage of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

Basic Qualifications

• Proficient in Java, C#, Python, Angular, or JavaScript/TypeScript
• Deep hands on experience with unit, integration, and UI test frameworks (e.g., JUnit/TestNG, NUnit, xUnit, Selenium, Cypress, Playwright)
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Proven ability to work in Agile (Scrum/Kanban) environments and apply DevOps principles
• US Citizenship required. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance

Desired Skills

• Experience testing REST APIs and message driven services
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to influence and coach peers across multiple disciplines
• Bachelor's (or higher) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline.

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

Clearance Level: 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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

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

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

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: SPACE

Relocation Available: No

Career Area: Information Technology

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First