Senior Software Engineer

JOB ID: 733123BR

Date posted: Jul. 01, 2026

Description:

Who We Are:

Want to work with cutting-edge technologies in a fun, fast-paced, and dynamic environment? Are you a problem solver that takes on challenges that others think are impossible? If you answered yes to these questions, then we invite you to join Lockheed Martin Rotary and Missions Systems (RMS) as a Senior Software Engineer!

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions. You will be joining Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems

About Rotary and Mission Systems

Our team supports the Strategic Spectrum Solutions portfolio of RMS, and consists of a variety of engineering disciplines that work together to execute design, development, integration and test of systems. We have expertise in Software Defined Radios (SDR), digital signal processing (DSP), GNSS constellation simulation, and signal transceivers.

Our team members build strong relationships with one another, founded on trust, open communication, and a sense of camaraderie. This leads to a positive and productive work culture, where team members feel valued, supported, and motivated to contribute to the team’s success.

We embody the Lockheed Martin core values.

Who You Are:

You thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment and are committed to delivering best-in-class products and solutions. You have an innovative mindset, and capable of finding solutions to complex engineering challenges.

You have a Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, with 5 years of professional experience, a Masters degree with over 3 years of experience, or equivalent experience/combined education.

You currently hold a Top Secret clearance.

The Work:

As a Software Engineer for Strategic Spectrum Solutions, you can help us take on the world’s most important and complex challenges by providing solutions to a variety of technical problems. We provide tactical based solutions which specialize in software defined radio, digital signal processing, constellation simulation, and command and control software in order to support our customers’ dynamic needs in supporting the warfighter.

Integrate open and modular hardware and software components in the field of Radio Frequency (RF) systems

Develop software required to support integration and control of waveform processing applications

Supporting Integration & Test (I&T) to troubleshoot and resolve software defects, performance issues, and integration challenges.

Work closely with system engineers to ensure that software development aligns with overall system architecture and requirements, and that testing and validation processes are comprehensive and effective.

Support current software architecture which includes C++, Linux scripting and Qt GUI development utilizing git for CM control.

Engage in daily scrum and other weekly agile meetings

Work closely with the Product Owner, Software Architect, and Chief Engineer to support Customer design reviews and various other milestone events.

Why Work For Us:

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life

Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

Basic Qualifications:

Security Clearance required prior to start: Top Secret

Experience developing full stack software using Object Oriented Programming

Experience with modern DevSecOps tools and practices, including Gitlab CI/CD

Proficiency in developing automated unit, integration, and end-to-end tests

Experience working with Linux OS, including basic system administration (emphasis on RHEL)

Experienced in learning unfamiliar technologies and domains in a rapid paced, Agile development environment

Desired Skills:

Experience with C++ Software development

Experience with software packaging and CI/CD integration

Experience with Linux operating system

Experience with software configuration management (e.g. GIT, Jira, Confluence, etc.)

Experience in Full Stack Development

Experience developing mock (stub) interfaces for system testing

Experience in Hardware test and integration

Ability/willingness to travel for test events, deployed equipment support, and troubleshooting

Experience decomposing requirements / features

Effective oral and written communication skills

Methodical approach to problem solving

Working knowledge of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) concepts, software-defined radio (SDR) frameworks, and real-time systems that include a mixture of firmware, embedded, and traditional software applications

Experience in the Radio Frequency (RF)

Experience working with distributed development teams in an agile development environment

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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

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: RMS

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Software Engineering

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive - at work and beyond.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

Flexible Schedules, dependent on role

Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management

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