Staff Java Engineer - DoD Clearance | Real-Time Systems

Lockheed Martin

Huntsville (AL)

On-site

USD 121,000 - 224,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage
401k retirement plan with match
Paid time off
Holidays
Parental Leave
EAP
Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a seasoned Java software engineer to design and develop new Java applications and optimize legacy real-time Java systems. You will support testing, debugging, and documentation while collaborating with Systems Engineering and Test teams.

A DoD Final Secret clearance is required to qualify for this role. The position offers strong benefits and a mission-focused environment.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in software/computer engineering, computer science, or related field, or equal experience with 6+ years.
  • Active DoD Final Secret Security Clearance required.
  • Experience Java-based applications on UNIX/Linux.
  • Experience in a structured, team-based development process.
  • Experience with configuration management tools (Git/Gitlab, etc.).
  • Understanding system requirements, Use Cases, SysML diagrams.
  • Strong verbal and written communication; ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop new Java applications; maintain existing Java applications.
  • Optimize existing legacy real-time Java applications.
  • Support software testing and resolve issues from multiple baselines.
  • Work from system specifications to develop or modify operating system applications.
  • Assist with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging and documentation of programs.
  • Interface with other system support groups; generate design artifacts and support code reviews.

Skills

Missile Defense
Real-time Java
Multi-thread Java
Legacy systems
Performance optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in software/computer engineering or CS

Tools

Git/Gitlab
Maven
Gradle

Job description

Lockheed Martin in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a seasoned Java software engineer to design and develop new Java applications and optimize legacy real-time Java systems. You will support testing, debugging, and documentation while collaborating with Systems Engineering and Test teams.

A DoD Final Secret clearance is required to qualify for this role. The position offers strong benefits and a mission-focused environment.

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