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Software Engineer Senior

Lockheed Martin

Colorado Springs, CO
Full Time
Senior
93k-164k
25 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Generating and simulating operational level plans to explore the art of the possible, how we could defend the ultimate high ground in a future space war
  • Dynamically optimizing both terrestrial and space-based sensors to provide comprehensive space domain awareness
  • Strategically optimizing the placement and maneuvering of constellations of satellites to satisfy multiple, evolving priorities
  • Working as a full-stack developer on both front-end and back-end software using JavaScript
  • Developing automated tests (unit tests, service level tests, and end-to-end tests) to ensure high quality software
  • Contributing to continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines

Requirements

  • Development experience with Java, JavaScript, or Python
  • Experience with application containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, Rancher) in a cloud environment (AWS, Azure, OpenStack, OpenShift)
  • Development experience with Linux and shell scripting (e.g., bash, ash, ksh)
  • Experience working in an Agile development environment, using tools such as JIRA and Confluence
  • Experience with CI/CD - Deployment pipelines, automated build, and configuration tools
  • Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a government Top Secret security clearance

Nice to Have

  • Recent on-program Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) experience (e.g., automation, incident management, monitoring, optimization, programming/scripting, metrics, security)
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), OpenStack, Ansible
  • Familiarity with the Space Domain
  • Ability to communicate effectively and work in a collaborative environment
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing at a professional level
  • Demonstrated ability to establish strong team relationships and deliver results
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
  • Strong time management skills for on-time project delivery
  • Experience with Kafka or other event streaming platforms
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance

Qualifications

  • Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Benefits & Perks

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts
  • EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave
  • Paid time off and Holidays
  • Incentive plan eligibility

Working at Lockheed Martin

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. We provide diverse career opportunities, flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits. We foster an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility, emphasizing empowering our employees and supporting work-life balance.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 3, 2025
Salary93k-164k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeRemote
ExperienceSenior

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About Lockheed Martin

Website

lockheedmartin.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Industry

Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing

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