Software Engineer Associate
Lockheed Martin· enterprise· Defense· Sep 16, 2026 · 1mo ago
Huntsville, AL
In office
Full-time
Mid
$125K–$169K est.
Job description
Standard Job Description
What We’re Doing
Our team at Lockheed Martin, is dedicated to engineering, developing, and integrating new capabilities for the Missile Defense System that protects the United States and its allies. While we are part of a large organization, we operate within smaller, agile teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Our responsibilities include Sensor/Weapon Integration, Algorithm Development, User Interface Development, Automated Testing, Cyber Security, and enhancing critical missile defense technologies.
The Work
Lockheed Martin is seeking a software engineer that will thrive in a fast paced team environment in the design, development, and testing of software applications. Under minimal direction, provides specialized expertise within multiple systems, software disciplines, as well as general knowledge of related disciplines, applications implications, and customer areas. Common responsibilities of a software engineer on the agile development teams include:
• Design and develop new Java applications; Maintain existing Java applications
• Support software testing and resolution of issues from multiple baselines
• Perform in-depth analysis and technical support of systems software products, including complex problem resolution
• Works from system specifications to develop or modify operating systems applications
• Assist with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging and documentation of programs
• Interface with other system support groups
• Generate software design artifacts and support design and code reviews
Please Note:
-The role will involve approximately 10% travel to customer sites throughout the U.S.
Who You Are
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced candidate to join our team. The successful candidate will need to utilize good communication skills and good organizational skills to facilitate collaboration across the many organizations necessary to accomplish challenging missions.
Why Join Us
• Excellent benefits and amenities.
• Ongoing career development and support.
• Rewards and recognition for your hard work.
• Medical and dental coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off for work/life balance.
• Mentorship opportunities
Standard Job Description:
Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities. Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems or questions in computer language for solutions by means of data processing equipment. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. Ensures software standards are met.
Basic Qualifications
• Qualified candidate must be able to obtain a DoD Interim Secret Security Clearance. This requires US Citizenship.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics or related technical field
• Knowledge of at least one modern software language such as C++, C, C#, and/or Java (Preferably C++)
• Software development experience on a Linux environment
Desired Skills
• Knowledge/experience in a Version Control System (Git)
• Experience with one or more of the following: Python, JavaScript, HTML
• Knowledge/Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
• Strong analytical/problem solving abilities; effective communication for cross team coordination; Experience with JIRA and Confluence
• Automation with Ansible
• Containerization Experience
• Microservice Experience
• Software design/architecture experience
• Hardware/software integration and test experience
• Security+ Certification
• Experience in design and development of software applications.
• Experience in developing new capabilities into a legacy SW system.
• Experience in SW analysis against performance requirements.
• Experience in optimizing software applications for performance.
• Experience in development of complex mathematical algorithms from whitepapers or algorithm design documentation.
• Experience resolving cyber/security issues identified by Fortify/SonarQube/etc.
• Experience using Eclipse to develop software applications.
• Experience using Maven/Gradle or other SW build tools.
• Experience using automated unit testing frameworks.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $67000.00 - $124400.00
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.
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