Software Architect

Lockheed MartinColorado Springs, CO
Onsite

About The Position

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Software Architect to join their team in King of Prussia, PA. This role involves working on mission-critical projects for military satellite communications (SATCOM) Ground systems, focusing on system integration, software architecture, and web application development. The candidate will lead the Framework IPT (Integrated Product Team) effort to establish, harden, and improve the framework for deployment and utilization across the system. The company aims to harness the full potential of space for innovation, cost reduction, and technological advancement, focusing on resiliency and urgency through their 21st Century Security® vision.

Requirements

  • Experience in cloud-based, modern web frameworks with a focus on system integration.
  • Experience in infrastructure and middleware.
  • Strong knowledge of software architecture patterns, including microservices, event-driven architecture, and service-oriented architecture.
  • Experience with API design and development, including RESTful APIs.
  • Strong understanding of data modeling and database design.
  • Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).
  • Strong understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC), particularly in secure, high-performance applications.
  • Proficiency in Agile methodologies such as Scrum, including experience with test-driven development (TDD) or behavior-driven development (BDD).
  • Experience in management of subcontract team members contributing to technical solutions.
  • Final secret clearance.
  • Must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Nice To Haves

  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop creative solutions.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Experience in management of subcontract team members contributing to technical solutions.
  • Familiarity with military SATCOM systems and secure communication protocols.
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps process, tools and frameworks.
  • Problem-solving skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Experience with cloud-based platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
  • Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance requirements.
  • Experience with DevOps practices and tools.
  • Familiarity with container security and vulnerability management.
  • Experience with technical writing and documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including development, testing, and operations, to ensure successful development, installation, hardening and improvement of the system frameworks.
  • Develop and maintain the overall framework architecture for the Ground system, ensuring alignment with program goals and objectives.
  • Develop and maintain the framework technical roadmap, diagrams, and documents to guide the framework team.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, best practices, and security requirements.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and prioritize integration requirements.
  • Develop and execute proof-of-concepts (POCs) to validate decisions.
  • Provide technical guidance and oversight to the teams.
  • Identify and mitigate technical risks and issues.
  • Continuously progress the technical solution for improvements in automation, decrease installation time and drive out cyber findings.
  • Effectively manage the subcontractor work to include clear statement of work with product expectations and requirements flow down.

Benefits

  • 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
  • Holidays
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