Lockheed Martin

Senior Software Engineer (Level III) - Top Secret clearance

Lockheed Martin$93K — $164K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of software development experience using Python, C#, and/or C++
  • Working knowledge of Agile methodologies
  • Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems
  • Active Top Secret security clearance required
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant technical field is desired

Responsibilities

  • Support development of payload analysis tools for RF Payloads
  • Engage in system requirements flow-down and mission performance testing
  • Lead resolution of troubleshooting anomalies
  • Collaborate with RF Engineers and Subject Matter Experts to ensure program success
  • Partner with customers and leadership for payload success

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • Paid time off and Holidays
  • Education Assistance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position details:

Location: Littleton, CO
Work Schedule: 9x80
Position type: Full-time onsite (this is not a hybrid position)

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our team in Littleton, CO! By joining the Lockheed Martin Space Radio Frequency (RF) Talent Center (RFTC) team, you will contribute our mission supporting challenging programs related to Space Vehicles, Hypersonics, Human Space Flight and Interplanetary Missions, Missile Defense, and more.

In this engineering role within LM Space, you will:

- Support the Global Security portfolio of programs by supporting payload analysis tool development on world class RF Payloads across various stages in each program's lifecycle.
- Engage in system requirements flow-down to test and verify mission performance.
- Lead troubleshooting anomaly resolution.
- Work closely with other RF Engineers, Box and Sub-systems CPEs, leaders, and Subject Matter Experts to ensure a given program within Global Securities is successful.
- Partner with customers and program leadership to ensure the success of payload products and milestones.
- Demonstrate subject matter expertise on payload analysis tools and mission execution.

What you will gain in this role:
- Deep expertise in payload data processing and the mission
- Expand your engineering and software proficiency through challenging, real-world projects
- Collaborative experience working side-by-side with a high-performing team of engineers
- High-impact engagement with the customer on technical discussions and interchanges
- Accelerate your skills to take on engineering growth opportunities
- Hands-on involvement in a cutting-edge mission area that delivers tangible, real-world results
- Contribute to our armed forces' ability to execute their duties safely and bring our service members home

#NSSGS
#SpaceRF
#SpaceNSS

Basic Qualifications
• Experience developing software using the
Python, C# and/or C++ programming
languages.
• Working knowledge of Agile methodologies
• Experience with Linux and Windows

Security Clearance / Work Authorization:
• To meet requirements of the program/customer, this position requires the selected employee to be a U.S. Citizen.
• Prior to starting employment, selected candidates will be required to possess Top Secret clearance. For this position, applicants must possess a currently Active Top Secret security clearance to be considered.
• Selected candidates will be required to obtain, and maintain, Top Secret with adjudicated SCI Eligibility (i.e. TS/SCI) for long term employment on this program

Desired skills
• Bachelor's or Master's degree from an
accredited college/university in Computer
Science, Computer Engineering, Computer
Information Systems, Electrical Engineering,
Mathematics or related discipline.
• Experience working independently with limited
direction to complete assigned tasks.
• Experience collaborating effectively with a
team of users and other software developers.
• Strong computer network troubleshooting skills
• Experience with software tools to perform
version control (git, svn), peer reviews (code
collaborator), code comparison (beyond
compare), and bug/issue reporting (Jira).
• Experience with object-oriented software
design and design patterns.
• Experience with software IDEs such as Visual
Studio, Eclipse, etc.
• Knowledge of RF characterization parameters
• Experience in writing software or firmware for
devices like microcontrollers, FPGAs, etc.

National Pay Statement

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 $93,200 - $164,450. 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 as well as 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.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $107,300 - $185,840. 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 as well as 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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

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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Lockheed Martin is committed to the professional growth of every team member. We offer unparalleled career advancement opportunities including professional development, leadership programs, and continuous learning through our Lockheed Martin University. Whether you are looking to advance your skills in engineering, project management, or AI, Lockheed Martin is equipped to take your career to the next level.

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Industry
Net Income
$6.8 billion
Founded
1995
5 Year Trend
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Revenue
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