Software Engineering Associate - Early Career
Lockheed Martin· Defense· Sep 24, 2026 · 1mo ago
Mount Laurel, NJ
In office
Full-time
$120K–$160K est.
Job description
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By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep peoplesafe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industryand truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diversecareer opportunities designed to propel development 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. AtLockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, andexemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solverswho are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You willbe part of something bigger.
This is where the best are built.
Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) in Moorestown, NJ is seeking a full-time Early CareerSoftware Engineer (Computing Systems) for their Infrastructure, Communications, & Network Engineering team tosupport multiple MIC2 Line of Business (LOB) programs. This role will involve a combination of softwaredevelopment and systems engineering using an Agile, Development, Security, and Operations (DevSecOps)approach.
Tasking can include:
• Software Design/Development/Integration/Test
• Systems Design/Development/Integration/Test
• Deriving of program requirements
• Integration, test and requirement verification
• Configuring networks/operating environments
• Applying Cyber Security solutions
• Scripting updates
• Distributed messaging and troubleshooting
• Data analysis
• Technical documentation
• Streamlining engineering processes
• Automation and forward leaning technologies
• The candidate must be willing to work onsite in Mount Laurel, NJ and must be willing to travel to customer sitesas needed.
• Must be a US Citizen. This position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at afacility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, InformationTechnology, Information Systems, Computing & Informatics or relevant technical degree.
• Experience with Software lifecycle development, various Programming Languages (C++, Java and/or Bash) andunit testing.
• Experience with Linux (preferably RedHat) or experience with network device configuration.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Must be a US Citizen. This position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at afacility that requires special access.
Desired Skills
• Coursework in Networking, Operating Systems, Object Oriented Programming/Design, Software Development,Databases, Information Systems, Computer Architecture, Cybersecurity, Containerization, or similar technicalcourses.
• Experience with Ansible or other automation tools.
• Experience with containerization and virtualization (i.e. Kubernetes, Docker).
• Relevant certifications per Job Description and Basic Qualifications list.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment.
Pay Information
• $61500.00 - $116455.00
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.
• 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.
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