Lockheed Martin

HWIL SW Integration Engineer Stf (E4) | Orlando, FL | 11355

Lockheed Martin • $104K — $194K *
Orlando, FL 32828In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5+ years in software development, real-time integration, and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) environments.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field (Master's preferred).
  • Active Secret clearance required.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and real-time operating systems (e.g., RedHawk, VxWorks, RTLinux).
  • Strong understanding of low-latency communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, MIL-STD-1553, CAN).
  • Hands-on experience with RF testing and missile hardware interfaces.

Responsibilities

  • Define and evolve software architecture for HWIL test-beds and establish coding standards.
  • Lead integration of missile flight-software, guidance algorithms, and sensor models into simulations.
  • Ensure latency and timing budgets for hardware-to-software interfaces are met.
  • Implement synchronization mechanisms between missile hardware and simulation models.
  • Serve as the lead HWIL software engineer, coordinating cross-functional teams.
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across disciplines.
  • Direct software-hardware integration activities and oversee debugging of interface issues.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
  • Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10).
  • 401(k) matching.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Parental Leave and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and Education Assistance.
  • Life Insurance and both Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.
Full Job Description
Standard Job Description

The HWIL Software Integration Engineer (E4) provides senior-level technical leadership for the development, integration, and verification of real-time, closed-loop Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) simulations that fuse missile hardware components with high-performance software models. With 5 + years of relevant experience, the incumbent operates with technical authority, defines integration strategy, and represents Lockheed Martin to senior government and industry partners on technical matters.

Core Responsibilities
  • Software Architecture & Strategy
    • Define and evolve the software architecture for HWIL test-beds, establishing standards for real-time code, low-latency data paths, and deterministic execution.
    • Lead the adoption of best-in-class architecture patterns across the program.
  • Missile Software & Model Integration
    • Direct the integration of missile flight-software, guidance algorithms, and sensor models into closed-loop simulation environments (including 6-DOF dynamics).
  • Real-Time Integration & Timing
    • Ensure end-to-end latency and timing budgets are met for hardware-to-software interfaces through time-domain analysis, jitter budgeting, and priority-based scheduling.
    • Implement and validate synchronization mechanisms between missile hardware (actuators, sensors, RF targets) and simulation models running on RTOS, FPGA, or HPC platforms.
  • Program Leadership
    • Serve as the lead HWIL software engineer, coordinating cross-functional teams (Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Test, and Integration).
    • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to multidisciplinary groups.
  • Integration & Verification
    • Direct software-hardware integration activities, oversee debugging of interface protocols, timing mismatches, and data-integrity issues.
  • Hardware Interaction & Test Equipment
    • Apply advanced hands-on hardware skills (RF testing, cable-harness verification, target generation) to support software integration and resolve hardware-related anomalies.
    • Oversee use of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum/network analyzers, RF signal generators, and high-speed data acquisition systems.
  • Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
    • Act as the senior technical liaison with government customers for real-time simulation support, requirement clarification, and issue resolution.


Basic Qualifications

  • Experience: 5 + years in software development, real-time integration, and HWIL environments; proven track record integrating missile hardware with real-time simulations.
  • Education/Training: Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field (Master's preferred).
  • Active Secret clearance
  • Technical Expertise:
    • Proficiency in C/C++ and real-time operating systems (e.g., RedHawk, VxWorks, RTLinux).
    • Strong understanding of low-latency communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, MIL-STD-1553, CAN).
    • Working knowledge of RF testing, target-generation equipment, and missile hardware interfaces.
    • Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer).
  • Leadership & Communication: Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, influence senior stakeholders, and produce clear technical documentation and presentations.


Desired Skills

  • Experience leading HWIL software integration for missile or aerospace programs, including latency budgeting and deterministic timing verification.
  • Familiarity with model-based development environments and automated code generation for real-time execution.
  • Knowledge of industry standards and best practices for HWIL real-time simulation design and implementation.
  • Experience coordinating with government customers for test support, requirement negotiation, and issue resolution.


Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00

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.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin Corporation is a global security company that engages in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems and products. It also provides a range of management, engineering, technical, scientific, logistic, and information services. The company operates in four business segments: Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Services, and Space Systems. Lockheed Martin was formed in 1995 from the merger of Lockheed Corporation and Martin Marietta. In September 2008, Lockheed Martin Corporation acquired Aculight Corporation. In January 2009, it completed its acquisition of Universal Systems & Technology, Inc. (UNITECH). In August 2009, it completed its acquisition of Gyrocam Systems LLC (Gyrocam). Gyrocam develops and supplies gyrostabilized optical surveillance systems and sustainment field services, principally to the United States military. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, a unit of the Company's Electronic Systems business area, would manage the Gyrocam business.

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Size
114,000 employees
Market Cap
$126.1 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$6.8 billion
Founded
1995
5 Year Trend
+7.2%
Revenue
$65.3 billion
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