Software Engineer Sr - E3

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.

The selected candidate will support the Space Data Networking Experimentation (SDNX) risk reduction for the fielding of a future Hybrid Space Network (HSN) by prototyping an advanced hardware network appliance and a software lifecycle network management system for use with software defined networking technology.

LM shall develop and prototype key components of the HSN architecture and shall be responsible for providing the core network management system, our Horizon enterprise software, and SpaceMesh Orchestrator while leveraging our cybersecurity/RMF capabilities.

The primary SDNX goals for LM are to prototype
and deliver an open, standards-based framework, ensuring full interoperability with Government-provided third-party components, and to demonstrate integrated HSN operations.

In this role as Scrum Master, the candidate will have proven ability to lead cross functional teams and influence without direct authority. Prior experience as a Systems or Software engineer with domain knowledge of ground systems, networks, and integration & test of enterprise software products is required.

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

Prior experience with satellite ground systems design, development, integration, and test

Experienced in software development using programming and scripting languages such as C++, Java, JavaScript, C#, Python, etc.

Experience working in an Agile development environment, including tools such as Jira and Confluence

Experience in Project Management and/or leadership of systems or software teams

2-3 years of professional experience in a planning/scheduling or related capacity

Experience using a program planning tool (e.g. Microsoft Project, Open Plan Professional, or a comparable program/project planning tool)

No clearance required prior to start. Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.

Desired Skills

Demonstrated ability to team across organizational boundaries and geographical locations to collaborate with and influence others

Experience in a fast-paced environment in technical teams across virtual environments.

Excellent verbal & written communication skills

Strong knowledge of modern technology frameworks, IP networking, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, APIs, DevOps, and data architecture

Experience in application containerization (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, etc.) in a cloud environment (AWS/Azure/Openstack/Openshift)

Experience with enterprise software products including Horizon, HADES and SpaceMesh Orchestrator

Experience with space data networking

SAFe Agile Scrum Master, Product Owner or Product Manager Certified

Ability to work directly with Government customers and FFRDC stakeholders

Support occasional business travel (up to 25%)

Ability to obtain a Clearance