What We're Doing
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At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems in Owego, NY, we develop mission-critical software and advanced technologies that solve complex problems and make a real-world impact.
The Work
As a Level 3 Software Engineer, you’ll take on more complex technical challenges and have greater ownership across the software lifecycle. You’ll turn requirements into solutions, solve problems, and collaborate across engineering disciplines to deliver mission-critical capabilities.
You’ll have the opportunity to:
- Design, develop, integrate, test, debug, and maintain software.
- Analyze requirements and develop detailed software designs.
- Troubleshoot complex technical issues and develop effective solutions.
- Collaborate with software, systems, hardware, and test teams.
- Support software integration, verification, and validation.
- Apply engineering standards, tools, and best practices.
- Develop technical documentation and software artifacts.
- Contribute ideas to improve products, processes, and future capabilities.
- Take ownership of increasingly complex technical assignments.
Who We Are
At Lockheed Martin Owego, software, systems, hardware, and test engineers work together to solve challenging problems. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where technical growth and innovation are encouraged.
Who You Are
You’re an experienced engineer who enjoys solving problems and figuring out how things work. You’re ready to take ownership, work independently, collaborate across disciplines, and keep leveling up your technical skills.
Why Join Us
Do work that matters while building what’s next. You’ll tackle challenging technology, collaborate with talented engineers, expand your expertise, and see your work become part of real-world mission capabilities.
Bring your ideas. Own the challenge. Build what’s next
- Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent STEM computing field with 5 years related professional experience or 3+ years related experience required with a related Masters degree
- Experience developing C code for embedded environments
- Experience with developing and debugging software that controls embedded hardware, firmware, and FPGAs. Knowledge of hardware communication protocols such as PCIe, SPI, UART, and I2C
- Experience with full software life-cycle development, processes, version control, and tools to DO-178C guidelines
- Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) such as WindRiver VxWorks, GreenHills Integrity, LynxOS
- Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a DoD government security clearance at the Secret level. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
- Experience writing device drivers and boot loaders, targeting Intel and PowerPC processors
- Ability to move from a component data sheet to a fully functional driver or control algorithm while maintaining traceability and compliance
- Experience creating and configuring embedded Linux images
- Experience developing test plans and procedures for software verification
- Experience with Git/GitLab, SonarQube, or Atlassian products
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $98100.00 - $182100.00
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
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or an equivalent STEM computing field, with 5 years of related professional experience; alternatively, a related master's degree with 3 or more years of related experience
- Experience developing C code for embedded environments
- Experience developing and debugging software that controls embedded hardware, firmware, and FPGAs
- Knowledge of hardware communication protocols including PCIe, SPI, UART, and I2C
- Experience with full software lifecycle development, version control, and tools following DO-178C guidelines
- Experience with real-time operating systems such as Wind River VxWorks, Green Hills Integrity, or LynxOS
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance; position requires special facility access
- Experience writing device drivers and boot loaders for Intel and PowerPC processors
- Ability to develop drivers or control algorithms from component data sheets while maintaining traceability and compliance
- Experience creating and configuring embedded Linux images
- Experience developing software verification test plans and procedures
- Experience with Git, GitLab, SonarQube, or Atlassian products
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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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.
