As part of the Space Software Product Line (SSPL) team, you will play a key role delivering Space Vehicle (SV) and payload flight software (FSW) toward our continued success. Our team delivers on-board functionality, thoroughly tested, and flight ready. Our support doesn’t end at launch – we are available for our customers throughout operations and sustainment phases. Come join an exciting team in a fast-paced environment at Lockheed Martin Space!
Key Responsibilities
As a Software Engineering Project Lead within the Space Software Product Line (SSPL) you will contribute to our mission by:
- Ensure startup tasks are conducted and completed prior to entering cadence-based execution
- Ensure implementation of business rhythms and cadence-based execution in accordance with this SDP and the project management process
- Participate in release planning to communicate customer values, program vision, and business objectives of the release
- Work with staffing managers to staff teams as required to perform workload per staffing plan
- Establish and maintain an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
- Managing project Earned Value, analyzing variances and managing Estimate To Complete (ETC)
- Establish and maintain a product backlog and whole project roadmap at level mapped to the IMS
- Keep SSPL Leadership apprised of program status through PMR and other reviews
- Coordinating SSPL involvement at any required program business rhythms such as Engineering Review Board, Risk and Opportunity Management Board, Operations Reviews
- Collaborating with project stakeholders such as IPT Lead, CAM, Finance Analyst, Planner, Program Manager, Chief Engineer, Systems Engineering and Integration and Test Lead
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of software engineering or equivalent engineering/technical experience
- Experience leading a team in an Agile software environment
- Experience with planning and executing large SW efforts
- Strong technical leadership skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience supporting program proposals and performing software estimates
- Experience with Software Development Metrics
- Experience with GitLab, Atlassian Tools, SBOMs, Static Code Analysis, and Releasability
- Understanding of earned values concepts
- Experience building strong customer relationships
Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice
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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $135700.00 - $251900.00
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 Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- At least 5 years of software engineering or equivalent engineering or technical experience
- Experience leading a team in an Agile software environment
- Experience planning and executing large software efforts
- Strong technical leadership skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience supporting program proposals and performing software estimates
- Experience with software development metrics
- Experience with GitLab, Atlassian Tools, SBOMs, static code analysis, and releasability
- Understanding of earned value concepts
- Experience building strong customer relationships
- Proficiency in AI prompting as applied to the position and practice
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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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