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Software Engineer (Ground Systems) - Early Career

Lockheed Martin · Fort Worth, Texas


Description:By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we 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 career 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. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours.

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is seeking a seeking a full-time Software Engineer (Ground Systems) Early Career. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing software applications, including tasks such as writing and reviewing code and collaborating with senior developers. You will apply your skills to contribute to innovative solutions, working on a range of projects that meet the company's technical requirements. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of design, coding, and test. Must be a US Citizen. This position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications:
-Pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science
-Proficient in a programming language (such as Python, Java, C++, or Javascript)
-Basic knowledge in the engineering process
-Familiar with databases
Desired Skills:
-Basic knowledge in advanced programming languages (such as Ruby, Swift, Kotlin)
-Basic Knowledge in development frameworks or libraries (such as React, Angular, Spring)
-Familiar with Cloud Computing (AWS, Azure, or Google)
-Familiar with Docker or Kubernetes
-Basic Knowledge of version control for example branching, merging, and pull requests in Git
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: 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 Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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.
Experience Level: 4 yr and up College
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Yes
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Software
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

Software pay context

Based on 7,354 disclosed Software salaries on RoleSuite, the role pays a median of $157K/year, with most offers between $123K and $198K (10th–90th percentile: $101K–$235K).

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