Software Engineer - Multi-Domain Combat Systems (MDCX) - Level 2

Job Description

We are Lockheed Martin

The Multi-Domain Combat Systems (MDCX) Team responsible for Dynamic Targeting and Surveillance Systems within the Advanced Development Program is seeking C++ backend software engineers who will be able to contribute to the design, development, and ongoing support of a backend system composed of containerized microservices. These services are deployed and operated within Kubernetes environments and form the foundation of a larger distribution platform that is responsible for controlling unmanned air vehicles.

Skunk Works (Lockheed Martin Advanced Development Program) desires world class talent in Software Development and Testing that will carry on our 75+ years of tradition in making history in advanced aircraft development.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Software Engineer, you will be responsible for all phases of developing backend software solutions for Command and Control Systems through MDCX. Your responsibilities will include:
Designing, implementing, and maintaining containerized microservices deployed in Kubernetes environments.
Developing backend infrastructure that is reliable and maintainable for mission services to operate successfully in a complex distributed backend system.
Developing code that finds the delicate balance between runtime behavior and workflow that relies on modern programming practices.
Creating services within an open architecture system that will deploy to ground stations for controlling unmanned air vehicles.
Produce new performance capabilities and software services for the air vehicle.
Participating in integration activities that will include a multitude of host systems, such as live assets of varying capability and structure, simulated systems, and laboratory environments that include integrated simulations, physical hardware, and system simulations.

What's In It For You: 3 day weekends every weekend!

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, 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.

Fort Worth, TX
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or above from an accredited college in a relevant field of study; or equivalent experience
Experience with C++

Desired skills

- Experience with Postgres
- Experience with the latest tech stacks (Protobuf, containerization, etc.)
- Experience with Podman/Docker, Helm, Ansible
- Experience with Bash and Shell scripting.
- Object-oriented programming skills. Primarily C++ and Java. Optionally Go and Python.
- Messaging familiarity with topics/queues and customizations using Kafka and ActiveMQ Artemis
- Microservice architecture and development.
- Develop and implementation of unit and functional testing with Google or JUnit. Inclusive of mocking external components.
- Development using clean, hexagonal, and data-driven architectures in a modular environment.
- VCPkg Experience
- Pipeline management
- Gitlab experience
- CI/CD and Configuration management
- Experience with CMake and Gradle
- Familiar with UML & SysML
- Experience with Cameo System Modeler 2024 or greater
- Experience with Atlassian products

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 $76,500 - $134,895. 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 $88,000 - $152,490. 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.