Software Engineer

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Stratford
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Who We Are At Lockheed Martin, we are driven by innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and forward thinking, we can achieve anything. We value your skills, training, education, and background, and we're committed to providing a work environment that encourages and supports employees to think big, perform with quality, and build incredible products. This opportunity is within our Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) business area, where we deliver advanced mission and rotary-wing solutions that help our customers succeed in the most challenging environments. Locations: Stratford, CT or Owego, NY. What We're Doing Our Mission Systems team develops and sustains advanced software solutions that support critical business and mission objectives. We design, build, and maintain high-assurance systems that enable operational success across complex aerospace and defense platforms. Our work supports real-world missions where performance, reliability, and security are paramount. The Work As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, including: Requirements analysis Software design and architecture support Implementation and integration Testing and verification Technical documentation You will work under general supervision while collaborating closely with Systems Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Program Management, and the Software Architecture group. Success in this role requires strong teamwork, clear communication, and the ability to operate effectively in a multidisciplinary environment. Exposure or familiarity with the following is desired: Agile software development methodologies DevSecOps practices DO-178C standards C/C++ and Python Linux-based development environments GitLab and Atlassian tool suite Please note: This position can be based out of Stratford, CT or Owego, NY. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD government clearance at the Secret level. Who You Are You are a motivated software engineer who is eager to learn and grow in a mission-focused environment. You bring: A strong foundation in software engineering principles The ability to think critically and solve complex technical problems Effective written and verbal communication skills A collaborative mindset and willingness to work across engineering disciplines A commitment to quality, integrity, and continuous improvement You thrive in environments where innovation, accountability, and technical excellence are valued. Why Join Us Joining Lockheed Martin means being part of a team that tackles the world’s most challenging engineering problems. We offer: Meaningful work that supports critical missions Opportunities for technical growth and career advancement Exposure to advanced technologies and engineering best practices A culture built on integrity, respect, and excellence Comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment If you’re ready to build impactful software solutions and contribute to mission success, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's Comprehensive benefits package here! Basic Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent education/experience). • Minimum 2 years of professional software?development experience or a Master’s degree with no required experience. • Demonstrated experience with embedded development, software architecture, or operational software projects. Desired skills • Proficiency in C/C++ and Python. • Understanding of open architectures, modular design, and DO?178C compliance. • Experience with Agile/ Scrum methodologies and DevSecOps practices. • Hands?on use of Jira, Confluence, GitLab, Bitbucket, Jenkins, and other CI/CD tools. • Test?driven development, unit?testing, and automated test frameworks. • Strong written and verbal communication for cross?functional collaboration. Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. * 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. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, 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. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications. Other Important Information By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to work remotely Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. Work Schedule Information Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $76,500 - $134,895. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: 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. (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. This position is incentive plan eligible. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $88,000 - $152,490. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: 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. This position is incentive plan eligible.

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