Software Engineer
Lockheed Martin Services
King of Prussia, PA · Posted October 21, 2026
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WHAT WE'RE DOING The Joint Air to Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM) - Enterprise Software development for the USAF Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM) is a United States Air Force (USAF) program to provide an autonomous, long-range, conventional, air-to-ground, precision missile able to strike highly defended, high value targets. JASSM Enterprise Software (JES) was developed to improves quality and speed in targeting and strike planning solutions across multiple 363rd Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group (363 ISRG) production units and the Standoff Munitions Application Centers (SMAC). THE WORK The JES software developer will focus on the development of software products for JASSM to provide targeting and strike planning solutions to our customers. We are seeking a highly skilled, motivated, and experienced Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a key member of the software development team, you will be part of the entire engineering life cycle and apply your Software Engineering background to develop web-based applications and backend business logic. If you are looking for a new position in a fast-paced team environment, and want to support a critical mission, then this is the place for you. Please Note: • This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen for consideration. WHO WE ARE As part of the C4ISR Weapons Platform Integration (WPI) team, you will support software development for our operations as part of the JASSM Enterprise Software program. Reporting to JES Product Owner, you will work with cross-functional, multi-site teams and should be comfortable working in a highly dynamic customer environment. WHO YOU ARE You appreciate the analytical side of work and can visualize and understand complex systems- you think optimization problems are fun! At the same time, you find it easy (and also fun) interacting with colleagues and customers and can thrive with minimal oversight.
Basic Qualifications
Experienced in software development using programming or scripting languages such as C#, Python, or Java
Experience working in an Agile development environment, including tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, and / or Confluence
Strong software design, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills
Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
Desired Skills
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related discipline
Experience with frameworks such as .NET Core, Angular, etc.
Experienced in software databases such as Microsoft SQL
Experience building and deploying software for defense mission system
Strong knowledge of modern technology frameworks, microservices, APIs, DevOps, and data architecture
Active Secret security clearance
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $91200.00 - $169400.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
For (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.