Software Engineer Staff - Level 4

Job Description

You will be the Software Engineer Staff for the Simulation and Systems Labs (SSL) Systems Engineering team which is responsible for developing, testing, and maintaining aircraft simulation systems and subsystems utilized for aircraft capability integration and weapons systems development from concept design through post delivery support.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Software Engineer on our team, you will work on multiple Air Mobility and Maritime Missions (AMMM) projects, designing and developing software models in a real-time simulation environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Design and implement high-performance simulation software components.
• Develop and maintain automated test suites and verification frameworks.
• Integrate subsystems and ensure seamless data flow across the simulation environment.
• Creating aerodynamics, flight control dynamics, propulsion, pneumatics, and/or hydraulics characteristics to create high fidelity aircraft models.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to translate requirements into scalable solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.

What's In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

You are a forward-thinking software professional with deep expertise in simulation technologies, strong problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset. You thrive in complex, high-stakes environments and are driven to deliver impactful solutions that advance aircraft capability.

Further Information About This Opportunity

The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering discipline
Real-time simulation and model software development experience.
Experience developing software in C++ and/or Python
Collaborating with cross functional teams.
Experience with aerodynamics, flight control dynamics, propulsion, hydraulics, pneumatics, and other aircraft systems' characteristics to create high fidelity aircraft models.
Deep experience in avionics data bus and communication protocols, including MIL STD 1553B, ARINC 429, discrete signaling, Ethernet (UDP/TCP), and serial interfaces (RS 232/422/485) for accurate signal messaging and system interoperability.
Ability to design innovative software data flow architectures that optimize performance, scalability, and maintainability across simulation components.

Desired skills

Experience developing software in Java
Experience developing software in Ada
Gitlab
Experience with Jenkins
Experience with SW Test Pipelines
Linux OS Experience
Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
Strong understanding in aerodynamics, flight control dynamics, propulsion, hydraulics, pneumatics, and other aircraft systems.
Integration Planning experience

EEO

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Other Important Information

By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Work Schedule Information

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

National Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $113,900 - $200,905. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $131,000 - $227,125. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.