Applications Engineer Sr - Level 3

Lockheed Martin•Marietta, GA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Marietta, Georgia is looking for a Level 3 Full‑Stack Applications Engineer to power the digital backbone of the C-130 Hercules and the F‑35 Joint Strike Fighter assembly and test facility. As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you’ll build modern, scalable web apps with React, Angular, .NET Core, Node.js, Docker/Kubernetes, and cloud services, turning complex production data into intuitive interfaces that streamline workflows and boost efficiency. What makes this role unique is the hands‑on collaboration with Production Operations — you’ll spend time shadowing on the shop floor and in business meetings listening for pain points to rapidly prototype solutions. Join a mission‑critical environment where your code directly supports a world‑class defense platform, benefit from top‑tier mentors, competitive compensation, and a culture that prizes innovation, safety, and impact. If you thrive at the intersection of cutting‑edge web development and aerospace manufacturing, this is your chance to make a tangible difference on the front lines of the C-130/F‑35 programs. In this role you will:

Requirements

Must be a US Citizen.
This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Eligibility for a U.S. security clearance and a clean background check in accordance with Defense Contractor requirements.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
Minimum 3 years of professional experience developing full‑stack web applications using modern frameworks such as React, Angular, Vue, .NET Core, or Node.js
Familiarity with DevOps best practices, including CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Azure DevOps)
Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) for deployment and scaling
Strong knowledge of relational databases, SQL querying, and API design (REST/GraphQL)
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with non‑technical staff, gathering requirements and translating them into user‑centric software solutions

Nice To Haves

Prior work in a regulated or high‑security environment (DoD, aerospace, or defense)
Proven track record of implementing user‑centered design and usability testing, turning customer feedback into iteratively refined interfaces
Expertise in designing and maintaining ETL/Data‑pipelining solutions to ingest, transform, and load production data for analytics and reporting
Python skills for building backend services, data‑processing pipelines, and automation scripts
Exposure to manufacturing execution systems and industrial platforms, with hands‑on experience integrating web applications to include: SAP, Apriso, and Autotime

Responsibilities

Develop, test, deploy and support full-stack applications that enable production operations use cases.
Design data pipelines and database solutions to integrate manufacturing systems and automate workflow processes.
Build full-stack web applications to streamline data collection and management across production systems.
Create real-time dashboards and data visualizations that enable leadership and floor supervisors to make informed decisions.