What We're Doing
At Lockheed Martin – Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) in Owego, NY, we proudly support Naval Helicopter programs that are essential to maritime security and mission readiness. Our teams design and deliver advanced mission systems, avionics, and secure technologies that provide unmatched performance and resilience for the U.S. Navy and allied forces. By integrating cutting-edge capabilities, we ensure our naval aviation platforms remain reliable, effective, and ready for the most demanding environments.
The Work
We are looking for a Software Engineer Staff (E4) to join our team where you will be responsible for implementing new functionality by designing, developing, and testing Software Change Requests (SCRs) through both preliminary and detailed design stages, including code inspection. In this role you will set up and operate development benches, simulators, and real hardware, troubleshooting and validating code on the target system. You will collaborate closely with Software Architects to review proposed software changes and work with support staff to schedule reviews and coordinate efforts with System Engineers, Integration and Test Engineers, and Software Verification Engineers.
In addition to new development, you will address Program Trouble Reports (PTRs) for existing software using the same test environments, provide Earned Value data to support program performance tracking, and manage SCRs and PTRs in our JIRA issue‑tracking system, ensuring each item progresses through the appropriate workflow and is fully documented. Participation in software regression testing cycles and representation of the software discipline in engineering reviews are also key components of the position.
The ideal candidate has proven experience with end‑to‑end software development—including design documentation, code inspection, and testing—and is comfortable working in a secure lab environment with hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential, as is familiarity with JIRA or similar issue‑tracking tools and earned‑value management concepts.
This hybrid role is based in Owego, NY; applicants should be local to the area or willing to relocate.
Please Note: This position requres a DoD Secret Clearance prior to start.
Who We Are
The Naval Helo Mission Systems team in Owego brings together engineers, planners, and technical professionals who solve complex challenges for critical naval aviation programs. Our work spans mission systems, avionics, integration, and program execution—giving you the opportunity to contribute to technology that matters.
Who You Are
You are an organized, detail‑focused professional who thrives within interdisciplinary engineering teams and shares a commitment to collective mission success. You excel at clear communication and can interact smoothly with both internal stakeholders and external customers. Your background—or strong interest—in project engineering, software architecture, or technical documentation equips you to navigate complex, configuration‑controlled environments with a disciplined, analytical mindset. You are comfortable developing complex code and enjoy collaborating across engineering, program management, and operations to drive solutions forward.
Why Join Us
At Lockheed Martin, you’ll work on meaningful programs that make a real-world impact while building a career with long-term growth and stability. We offer challenging work, supportive leadership, opportunities to learn and advance, and the chance to contribute to missions that matter.
- Experience with Avionics Operational Program (AOP) code base and software development
- Understanding of Naval Helicopter Program (NHP) Development practices and procedures
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Sciences, or a similar field, with 9+ years of professional experience
- Experience with laboratory bench setup and test execution
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Secret level
- Must be a US Citizen
- Experience leading a technical team
- Demonstrated experience with large scale software development efforts
- Familiarity with the MH-60R/S Mission System Architecture
- Familiarity with NHP Navy Customer Set, including foreign and domestic aircraft and the various customer stakeholders
- Experience with development and integration of Acoustic, ESM, RADAR, and Weapons systems
- Earned Value Management (EVM) Control Account Management (CAM) experience
- Strong communication 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
- Experience with Avionics Operational Program (AOP) code base and software development
- Understanding of Naval Helicopter Program development practices and procedures
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Sciences, or a similar field
- 9+ years of professional experience
- Experience with laboratory bench setup and test execution
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Experience leading a technical team
- Experience with large-scale software development efforts
- Familiarity with MH-60R/S Mission System Architecture
- Familiarity with the NHP Navy Customer Set and related customer stakeholders
- Experience with Acoustic, ESM, RADAR, and Weapons systems development and integration
- Earned Value Management Control Account Manager experience
- Strong communication skills
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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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