Sr Software Engineer

Standard Job Description

Who We Are

Lockheed Martin Rotary & Mission Systems (RMS) delivers advanced naval combat systems, automation technologies, and mission critical solutions for the U.S. Navy and international partners. Within the Autonomy Intelligence Maritime Solutions Integrated Engineering (AIMS IE) organization, the Machinery Controls & Automation Products department provides the control system capabilities that enable safe, reliable, and efficient shipboard operations across multiple platforms and customers. Our work demands deep technical rigor, disciplined execution, and forward looking innovation.

What We're Doing

Within the Autonomy Intelligence Maritime Solutions Integrated Engineering (AIMS IE) organization, the Controls & Automation Products department provides essential control system capabilities that enable shipboard operations across a variety of platforms and customers.

The Work

The position will be responsible for developing software according to requirements, supporting system test and performance analyses, developing and delivering software-related artifacts to the customer, and occasionally travelling to the shipyard to support software installs.

Please note: Occasional travel to shipyard(s) may be required. This position requires the ability obtain and maintain a DoD government clearance at the Secret level.

Who You Are

You are a critical thinker with a passion for complex system integration, disciplined engineering, and solving multi-domain technical challenges. You thrive in environments where mechanical, electrical, software, and control systems intersect. You bring strong analytical skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to drive clarity in complex technical spaces. You are motivated by mission impact and energized by engineering challenges that matter.

Why Join Us

Join a mission-driven organization where your leadership will directly impact the future of naval technology and national security. At Lockheed Martin RMS, you will work on high visibility programs that shape the future of naval automation. You will collaborate with seasoned engineers, controls experts, and ship integration specialists who are committed to mentorship, technical excellence, and innovation. Our benefits are built to match the caliber of your work—reliable, high performing, and mission ready. You will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that values integrity, innovation, and collaboration.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related STEM discipline

Minimum of 5 years of experience in software engineering

Hands-on experience developing, debugging, testing, and maintaining software using C++, C, Python, Java, or comparable programming languages

Experience with software requirements, architecture, detailed design, implementation, integration, verification, and maintenance

Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex software issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions

Experience performing unit testing, integration testing, debugging, and software verification

Experience using version-control tools such as Git and working within established software configuration-management processes

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level clearance

Desired Skills

Experience developing software for industrial automation, machinery control, embedded control systems, or real-time applications

Experience developing and integrating software on embedded platforms using Linux or comparable operating environments

Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) programming languages, or industrial automation frameworks

Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams, including systems, hardware, software, and integration/test personnel

Strong technical communication skills, including the ability to document designs, communicate technical issues, and participate in engineering reviews

Experience with modular software architectures, object-oriented design, reusable software components, and design patterns

Experience with automated build pipelines, continuous integration, continuous testing, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar tools

Experience working within Agile/Scrum teams using Jira, backlog management, sprint planning, and iterative development practices

Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), software-in-the-loop (SIL), laboratory integration, and system-level troubleshooting

Familiarity with Ethernet/TCP/IP, CAN bus or other industrial communication protocols

Familiarity with model-based systems engineering, requirements traceability, DOORS, Cameo, or SysML

Familiarity with AI-assisted software development, automated test generation, static analysis, or software engineering productivity tools

Experience developing high-reliability software for defense, maritime, aerospace, industrial, or other safety-critical applications

Pay Information

$91000.00 - $181113.00

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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.

Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective-bargaining agreement.

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) 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.