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Software Engineer (Embedded) - Skunk Works - Level 3

Lockheed Martin

Palmdale, CA
Full Time
Mid Level
89k-158k
1 day ago

Job Description

About the Role

Become a Skunk and define the future by developing disruptive solutions that combine autonomy, stealth technology, open systems architectures, and manned/unmanned teaming capabilities to solve the most critical national security challenges today. Push the boundaries of what's possible to quickly design, develop and test innovative solutions that provide lifesaving intelligence for the warfighter. At Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, nothing is impossible. Our scientists and engineers tackle some of the world's hardest problems every day to pioneer radical approaches to groundbreaking advanced technology concepts. This position is located at a facility that requires special access and a Secret clearance to be considered.

Key Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the full development lifecycle, including requirements generation, software design, implementation, integration, and flight test.
  • Develop next generation avionics services, safety critical OFP software, and integrate flight critical hardware subsystems.
  • Participate in end-to-end integration activities including host systems, simulated systems, laboratory environments, and constructive simulations.

Requirements

  • BS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering.
  • C/C++ software development experience.
  • Low level embedded software development experience.
  • Experience with FPGA logic circuit development and hardware/software integration.
  • Real Time Operating System (RTOS) experience.
  • Experience doing low level embedded software development including Board Support Packages (BSP), device drivers, or bootloaders.
  • Familiarity with hardware interfaces, bus protocols, and analog/digital signaling.
  • Exceptional troubleshooting skills for tough technical challenges.

Nice to Have

  • Experience working with multiple communications protocols - Ethernet, TCP/IP, MIL STD 1553, RS 422, etc.
  • Experience with VxWorks, Greenhills, Yocto Linux.
  • Experience with Agile/DevSecOps (CI/CD/Gitlab).
  • Experience with full software life cycle development including software design, architecture, and integration & test.

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance with investigation or CV date within 5 years.

Benefits & Perks

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • 401k
  • Paid time off
  • Work/life balance (every Friday off work!)
  • Career development
  • Mentorship opportunities
  • Rewards and recognition

Working at Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. The company emphasizes innovation, tackling the hardest missions with courage, resilience, and precision. Employees work on missions that can change the world and save lives, fostering a culture of performance, dedication, and technological advancement.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 3, 2025
Salary89k-158k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceMid Level

About Lockheed Martin

Website

lockheedmartin.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Palmdale, CA

Industry

Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing

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