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About the roleThe FBM Program is a long standing Lockheed program and is growing. The Team is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to support building new consoles to replace legacy equipment, enabling out program to stay successful and support the Fleet.
You’ll help create modern and updated Test Consoles, supporting the Software Design, Development and choosing appropriate applications for effectively testing.
This is a senior role, so we’re looking for strong engineering practice, sound technical judgement and experience taking ownership of complex work. We don’t expect you to arrive knowing every technology we use; we welcome people with a passion for learning and continuous improvement.
The role
You’ll work alongside colleagues and our customers to understand complex needs and requirements, turning them into well-engineered technical solutions.
We need someone that can help lead our efforst in:
- Designing, building, testing, debugging and documenting software across its lifecycle.
- Investigating problems and improving the reliability and maintainability of our systems.
- Contributing your experience to technical decisions, reviews and collaborative problem-solving.
- Mentoring junior or new staff on project.
The information below reflects the standard job description for this position
Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities. Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems or questions in computer language for solutions by means of data processing equipment. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. Ensures software standards are met.
- Programming Languages: Hands-on programming experience in one or more core languages, such as C/C++, Python, Java, LabVIEW, or TestStand.
- Software Architecture: Practical experience developing software requirements, Concepts of Operations (CONOPs), and/or foundational software design.
- Lifecycle Experience: Working knowledge of the end-to-end product life cycle, spanning software development, deployment, and eventual retirement.
- Team Operations: Proven experience working within project teams and collaborative software development efforts.
- Troubleshooting: Active experience using issue tracking tools and managing system troubleshooting workflows.
- Education: A Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college, a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Defense & Aerospace Domains: A background or familiarity with aerospace systems, defense technologies, or working directly alongside government/military clients.
- Agile & Collaboration Tools: Familiarity navigating Agile frameworks and platform management environments like JIRA, Git, and Confluence.
- Troubleshooting & Field Verification: Advanced on-site diagnostics, systems testing architecture, and hardware/software integration testing.
- Modern Development Methodologies: Knowledge of DevOps principles, automated test script design, or Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $98100.00 - $182100.00
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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
- Hands-on programming experience in one or more core languages, including C, C++, Python, Java, LabVIEW, or TestStand.
- Practical experience developing software requirements, Concepts of Operations, or foundational software design.
- Working knowledge of the end-to-end software product life cycle, including development, deployment, and retirement.
- Experience working within project teams and collaborative software development efforts.
- Experience using issue tracking tools and managing system troubleshooting workflows.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Background or familiarity with aerospace systems, defense technologies, or government and military clients.
- Familiarity with Agile frameworks and JIRA, Git, or Confluence.
- Experience with on-site diagnostics, systems testing architecture, and hardware/software integration testing.
- Knowledge of DevOps principles, automated test script design, or Model-Based Systems Engineering concepts.
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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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