Software Engineer

Standard Job Description

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

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.

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.

Basic Qualifications

Acceptable degree programs will include only science and technology related programs such as:

• Computer Science
• Systems Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Information Technology

Proficiency with Object Oriented Programming with one or more of the following software languages: C# (required), Java, and Python

Ability to manage personal workload and effectively communicate blocking problems.

Ability to work in a team environment communicating with multiple discipline peers (Ex: Software Developers, Verification Test Engineers, Management, etc.).

Experience troubleshooting software defects and/or environment issues impacting software functionality

Understanding of software principles and concepts associated with developing enterprise applications commensurate with experience.

Applicant must have active Security+ Certification.

Must be a US Citizen; Applicant must have active TS/SCI with poly.

Desired Skills

• Advance knowledge in C# programming language
• Proficiency with Web Development: REACT, typescript, javascript, node.js, angular.js
• Proficiency in using LINQ to SQL and LINQ to Entities for .NET Entity Framework
• Candidate will have knowledge of basic software practices such as coding standards, unit testing, database administration
• Familiarity with agile development process
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice