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At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.
Within the Charlie Portfolio of Space Security, we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. This exciting position will fill a critical need in the new and emerging area of protecting space assets. As part of an Agile team, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks in various areas across the mission and collaborate with the development teams, contractors, customers, and subject matter experts.
As a key member of the software development team, you will be part of the entire engineering life-cycle, and apply your Software Engineering background to develop web applications in an open architecture infrastructure. If you are looking for a new position in a fast-paced team environment, where every day brings a new challenge, and want to support a critical space security mission, then this is the place for you.
In this position you will
• Collaborate with an exceptional team of Software Engineers implementing solutions and developing new features for a command and control application
• Serve as a software developer on an Agile team tasked with developing cutting edge web applications within multiple classification domains
• Participate in daily scrums, software sprint/release planning, demos, and retrospectives
• Develop & demonstrate software capabilities to both internal and external partners
Successful Applicants will demonstrate effective communication skills, desire challenges and be willing to engage in frequent internal interactions with peers, teammates, and customers.
Selected applicants must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information, and must maintain the required security throughout the course of employment.
- Experienced in software development using programming and scripting languages such as Java, JavaScript, C#, Python, etc.
- Experience working in an Agile development environment, including tools such as Jira and Confluence
- US citizenship is required to obtain a government security clearance
- Must have an active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a SCI clearance.
- Generally has 1+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline
- Experience in application containerization (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, etc.) in a cloud environment (AWS/Azure/Openstack/Openshift)
- Experience with frameworks such as .NET Core, Angular, etc.
- Experience with GitLab CI/CD - Deployment pipelines, automated build, and/or configuration tools
- Experience with databases (PostgreSQL & Redis)
- Strong knowledge of modern technology frameworks, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, APIs, DevOps, and data architecture.
- Experience with modern engineering practices such as Cross-Functional Agile teams and Capability-based planning
- Bachelor's degree in a related discipline, such as Computer Science, Software Engineering or other engineering disciplines or equivalent experience, with 1 or more years of professional experience
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $91200.00 - $169400.00
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
- Software development experience using Java, JavaScript, C#, Python, or similar programming and scripting languages
- Experience working in an Agile development environment
- Experience with Agile tools such as Jira and Confluence
- US citizenship required to obtain a government security clearance
- Active Top Secret security clearance with ability to obtain and maintain SCI clearance
- Generally 1 or more years of related experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, or application containerization
- Experience with cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, OpenStack, or OpenShift
- Experience with .NET Core or Angular
- Experience with GitLab CI/CD, deployment pipelines, automated builds, or configuration tools
- Experience with PostgreSQL and Redis databases
- Knowledge of modern technology frameworks, cloud platforms, microservices, APIs, DevOps, and data architecture
- Experience with cross-functional Agile teams and capability-based planning
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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