Embedded Software Engineering Asc Mgr - L4

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Grand Prairie, TX, USA
In-Office
121K-224K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Security • Cybersecurity • Industrial
The Role
Leads and develops an embedded software engineering team while coordinating software development, recruitment, performance management, technical planning, process compliance, and program execution. Oversees embedded software and firmware across complex aerospace and defense systems, supports affordability and process improvement, manages customer and supplier interfaces, and provides technical leadership across matrixed programs. The role requires an active DoD Secret clearance and is onsite in Grand Prairie, Texas, with potential customer and supplier travel.
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Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace and security company with ~114,000 employees, focused on research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems and services. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) – one of four business areas – designs, develops and manufactures precision‑engagement aerospace and defense solutions for U.S. and allied forces. MFC’s customers include the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, NASA, and numerous foreign partners, as well as the civil nuclear power sector and military green‑energy initiatives.

MFC seeks an Engineering & Technology (E&T) Manager to lead and grow a software‑engineering team, support department and directorate initiatives, and drive technical excellence, affordability, and program execution. In this role you’ll join a large network of software professionals, applying cutting‑edge technologies to existing and new platforms that address challenges in aircraft flight command & control, air‑traffic control, health care, and homeland defense. Because MFC is a matrixed organization, you’ll interact with multiple programs throughout your career.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, mentor, and develop team members; assign work, provide continual feedback, and advocate for career opportunities.
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute software‑development activities.
  • Manage recruitment, selection, training, performance assessments, salary planning, recognition/disciplinary actions, and competency development.
  • Support program development, ensure compliance with engineering processes, maintain customer focus, and serve as the technical conscience for programs.

Travel may be required to customer and supplier sites, both within and outside the Continental United States (CONUS).

Why Join Us
Lockheed Martin offers a culture that encourages career growth, knowledge sharing, and the use of cutting‑edge technology to meet ambitious goals. We provide the resources, flexible schedules, and comprehensive benefits needed to keep you motivated, inspired, and productive. If you’re driven, dedicated, and passionate about your work, we invite you to join us in building a better tomorrow. This position is onsite in Grand Prairie, Texas, with a flexible work schedule and a full benefits package (learn more here).

Further information: the role is based in Dallas, Texas.

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Manages the design, development, operation, and maintenance of software and firmware components and computing systems software to be applied to and integrated with engineering, scientific, and manufacturing requirements. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Oversees the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of such engineering applications and products such as laboratory simulation systems, airplane flight control and display systems, avionics, mechanical and electrical systems, weapons armament, commercial and military aircraft systems, mobile and ground-based defense systems, space systems, and other systems and applications of this nature. Insures the interface with customers, suppliers, application users, and other technical and support personnel.

Basic Qualifications
• Must currently hold an Active DoD Secret Security Clearance to be considered for this position
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science. Other related degree field with significant software development experience
• Experience with embedded development using a real-time operating system
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical embedded software systems/programs
• Process Improvement and Affordability experience
• Software engineering Management or Software engineering Team Lead experience including task planning, budget management, subcontract management and/or employee development and mentoring
Desired Skills
• Strong software architecture and design experience.
• C/C++/Ada experience
• Linux/VxWorks experience
• DevSecOps experience (CI/CD, Git/Gitlab)
• Agile development (Scrum/Kanban)
• Ability to collaborate with multi-functional teams
• Basis of Estimate (BOE) development
• Control Account Manager (CAM) experience
• In addition to meeting security clearance requirements, candidate may need to be approved to work Special Access Program (SAP) prior to start of employment
• Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience including Agile EVMS
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Prior Engineering Management
• Proposal Development
• Strong business acumen, management influence and whole systems thinking
• Strong interpersonal skills

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $120600.00 - $224000.00

At  Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

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.

Skills Required

  • Active DoD Secret security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with significant software development experience
  • Experience with embedded development using a real-time operating system
  • Ability to manage complex technical embedded software systems or programs
  • Process improvement and affordability experience
  • Software engineering management or software engineering team lead experience, including task planning, budget management, subcontract management, or employee development and mentoring
  • Strong software architecture and design experience
  • C, C++, or Ada experience
  • Linux or VxWorks experience
  • DevSecOps experience with CI/CD and Git or GitLab
  • Agile development experience with Scrum or Kanban
  • Basis of Estimate development experience
  • Control Account Manager experience
  • Special Access Program approval before employment
  • Earned Value Management System experience, including Agile EVMS
  • Prior engineering management experience
  • Proposal development experience

Lockheed Martin Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Lockheed Martin and has not been reviewed or approved by Lockheed Martin.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as a standout element, with a strong 401(k) program and options like an employee stock purchase plan. Feedback suggests these features meaningfully enhance total compensation and long‑term financial security.
  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as comprehensive from day one, with multiple plan options, mental health resources, and virtual care. Wellness supports such as on‑site services and preventive programs are also highlighted.
  • Flexible Benefits — Work arrangements often include compressed schedules and telework, contributing to a favorable work‑life balance. Feedback suggests this flexibility is a key reason many view the overall package positively.

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The Company
HQ: Bethesda, MD
108,588 Employees
Year Founded: 1912

What We Do

Customer Focus, Innovation and Purpose are Built Into Everything We Do. Lockheed Martin. Your Mission is Ours ™. Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services.

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