Job DescriptionWHO WE AREThe ISA UAS division of Lockheed Martin's Advanced Development Programs (Skunk Works) is seeking world class software engineers to join a team that continues our 80 year legacy of pioneering advanced aircraft.
Our Mission Management engineers design, develop, and integrate software that powers the flight control, navigation, sensor fusion, and communications subsystems of cutting edge unmanned aircraft. We operate in a highly innovative, multi site environment where speed, modularity, and reusability are paramount.
WHAT YOU'LL DOYou will develop and maintain platform-level software that supports ISR and UAS systems. You will build and sustain deployable system images and runtime environments, bundling operating system components, middleware, and platform services into validated volumes used across development and test environments.
You will work closely with software, systems, and security teams to deliver reliable and repeatable infrastructure software.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOUIn this role, you will gain hands-on experience working with middleware and platform infrastructure software. You will work on system configuration, service integration, and image build workflows and collaborate with teams responsible for application software, integration, and test.
YOUR IMPACTYour work will support stable and secure runtime environments for ISR and UAS platforms.
You will help reduce integration risk, improve system reliability, and enable consistent deployment across lab and operational environments.
Key Responsibilities:- Develop and maintain deployable system images and platform environments
- Integrate middleware and system services into packaged runtime volumes
- Support configuration management and system initialization processes
- Develop and maintain scripts and tooling to support image creation and validation
- Support integration and deployment activities in lab and test environments
- Participate in peer reviews and technical discussions
Travel up to 10% may be required.What's In It For You:We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
Basic Qualifications- Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
- Experience with the software development process in a team environment (peer reviews, unit testing, configuration management, defect tracking)
- Experience in C++, Bash shell, or Python
- Experience with Linux operating systems (Red Hat preferred)
- Experience designing and supporting CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD
This position is located at a facility that requires special access and a Secret clearance updated within the last 6 years to be considered.
Desired skills- Experience with Linux or RTOS and associated development toolchains
- Experience building and debugging applications in Linux based development environments
- Experience debugging network configurations
- Experience developing software for avionics systems
- Experience packaging software into deployable images or volumes
- Experience with scripting, automation, or build tooling
- Experience supporting complex software systems in regulated environments
- Experience using Agile software development tools and methodologies (e.g., Git, JIRA, Confluence)
- Familiarity with Multi Level Security (MLS), Cross Domain Solution concepts, and cybersecurity control frameworks
- Current Security+ certification or the ability to obtain it
EEOLockheed 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.*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 InformationBy 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 InformationLockheed 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 StatementPay 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 $93,200 - $164,450. 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 StatementPay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $107,300 - $185,840. 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.
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