Job Description

An exciting new Lockheed Martin program is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Architect to be part of a team developing missile defense technology that could forever change our ability to deter and respond to adversity
Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full time Software Engineer. In this role, you will support the software engineering lifecycle following the program Software Development Plan (SDP) to include requirements analysis, object oriented analysis & design, code & unit test, integration, and support to formal test/delivery.

The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of languages such as C or C++. Must be a US Citizen; this position will require Final Secret government security clearance prior to starting. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications

- Demonstrated experience delivering safety-critical or mission-critical embedded software (e.g., aerospace, defense, automotive, industrial).
- Deep understanding of low-level hardware interfaces (UART, SPI, I²C, CAN, MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire, etc.)
- Ability to define high-level software structures, module boundaries, and interface contracts.
- Experience with architectural patterns for embedded systems (layered, component-based, event-driven, microkernel)
- Proven ability to capture, manage, and trace requirements
- Proficiency in modeling tools (UML/SysML, Enterprise Architect, IBM Rhapsody) for architecture documentation

Desired skills

- Experience on programs involving missiles, satellites, launch vehicles, or other high-reliability platforms
- Formal training in software architecture or systems engineering (e.g., TOGAF, SEBoK)
- Experience establishing end-to-end traceability across hardware, firmware, and verification artifacts in large, multi-discipline programs
- Knowledge of cybersecurity hardening for embedded platforms (secure boot, Trusted Execution Environments, FIPS-validated crypto)
- Exposure to MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering) and SysML integration.

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Other Important Information

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.

Work Schedule Information

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.

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 $134,000 - $236,325. 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 $154,100 - $267,145. 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.