Software Engineer Associate – Entry Level

The Skunk Works (Lockheed Martin Advanced Development Programs) is seeking world class talent in Mission Systems and Software to be a part of a team that will carry on our 70 year tradition of making history in advanced aircraft development.

The selected applicant will utilize advanced technical concepts in support of software products within Advanced Development Programs (ADP). The applicant will be responsible for the design, development, integration, and testing of airborne avionics embedded software, ground-based application software, and/or simulation software. Applicant must be able to support the full software development life cycle – including requirements and configuration management – and work in a mature software process environment. The position requires interfacing with various disciplines, including Systems Engineering and Integration & Test.

Applicant must be capable of independently designing and creating software solutions based on limited information on rapidly evolving projects. This role requires a highly motivated, organized engineer that is familiar with all aspects of mission systems development. Applicant must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The applicant may gain experience in avionics subsystems such as navigation guidance, data links, communication links, stores management, weapons integration, mission computers, electronic warfare, serial interfaces, analog and digital I/O, and networking.

Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

***Must have a Current / Active TOP SECRET Clearance with recent investigation within the last 5 years.***

Basic Qualifications

Experience with C or C++

Desired skills

Experience in the design and development of real-time embedded software

Experience with UAS ground stations

Experience with service-oriented architectures

Knowledge of C#, Java, and/or Python

Can define software requirements

Experience with Software Modeling Tools (e.g. IBM Rhapsody, MathWorks, Simulink)

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.

Join us at Lockheed Martin, where we’re engineering a better tomorrow.

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Job Location(s): Palmdale California