Java Software Engineer - Space Mission Applications - Level 3
About The Position
Lockheed Martin Space is seeking talented Software Engineers passionate about developing creative solutions for Space Domain Awareness, Space Battle Management Command/Control, Modeling/Simulation, Wargaming, and Test/Training. The role involves full-stack Java/JavaScript development with a background in orbital mechanics, mathematics, gaming, and optimization strategies. The team utilizes open-source software like GitLab, Kubernetes, Docker, and Rancher, with an automation-first and "everything as code" approach. As part of an Agile Scrum Team, you will rapidly develop and deploy solutions for complex space systems, enabling secure and continuous delivery of mission capabilities. You will collaborate with experienced engineers and have opportunities to mentor junior team members.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in Java and/or JavaScript.
- Experience with application containerization (Kubernetes, Helm, Docker, Containerd) in a cloud environment (AWS, Azure, OpenStack, OpenShift)
- 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 (Gitlab, ArgoCD)
- Must be a US Citizen and eligible to obtain TS/SCI clearances.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, such as Math, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering or other engineering disciplines
- Familiarity with the Space Domain
- Knowledge of Orbital dynamics and Astro Standards math libraries
- Experience designing and implementing algorithms
- Experience working as a member of an Agile Scrum or Kanban team
Responsibilities
- Performance of all phases of software development (user interface and software services) including design, implementation, integration, testing and verification
- Developing services that solve optimization problems (dynamic programming, non-linear optimization, over-constrained planning, etc.)
- Dynamically optimizing both terrestrial and space-based systems to support prioritized mission needs
- Work collaboratively in small, fast paced agile teams, focused on product delivery to program customers
Benefits
- Medical many choices of plans; some LM locations have on-site medical
- Dental
- 401k with generous matching
- Generous Paid time off
- Work/life balance, family-friendly environment
- Career development, career-growth, and lots of learning opportunities for aspiring minds
- Fun, talented, and witty teammates
- Knowledgeable, supportive, and engaged leadership
- Community-minded organization
- Mentorship opportunities
- Rewards & recognition
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- EAP
- Parental Leave
- Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
