Software Engineer, Sr - GMD Weapons Systems (GWS)

Lockheed Martin•Huntsville, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Become a part of something IMPACT-ful! Ground Missile Defense (GMD) is the heart of the Missile Defense System and a key element of our nation’s defense against ballistic missile attacks. The GMD Weapon System (GWS) processes data from multiple sensors to identify and characterize the inbound ballistic missile threat, plans the best defensive solution, and launches the intercepting missiles to negate the threat. The Work As a software developer on the GMD Weapon System (GWS) Fire Control (GFC) Battle Manager software team, you will be part of the team that writes the software (currently ~1.5million lines of code) that controls the missile defense system that protects the US. You will work in a collaborative environment to understand, implement, and test existing and new capabilities and algorithms. Many of the algorithms and capabilities implemented by the GFC team are mathematics and physics based complex solutions that will be highly visible to the GWS customer, Missile Defense Agency (MDA). In addition to software development, you will also be expected to support reviews of requirements and test cases that are developed in support of the GFC software team. Who We Are Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. Our RMS business in Huntsville AL is a hub of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology. We value collaboration, excellence, and integrity in everything we do. As a part of our team, you will work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Learn more about IWSS Why Join Us Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here! #rmshotmiljobs

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or a Master's Degree and 2 years of related experience, or 1 years of experience with a PhD.
Strong background in math and physics is required
Recent and extensive experience developing software in Ada or C++ or Java
Willingness to become highly proficient with Ada software development
Quick to learn and able to absorb new concepts and information
Recent MATLAB and Python Experience
Unix/Linux Operating System Experience
Must be able to support an in-person / closed-area work environment
Ability and willingness to travel up-to 10% to support business needs.
Applicants must have a current active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Mathematics or Physics
Highly experienced with Linux, scripting, and operations
Experience with automated software requirements testing and analysis
Experience with the MDA GMD program.
Experience with Agile Project Management tools (Jira/Confluence) and DevSecOps tools and methods (Jenkins, Ansible, Git/Gitlab) of continuous integration/continuous delivery and deployment (CI/CD) automation

Responsibilities

software developer on the GMD Weapon System (GWS) Fire Control (GFC) Battle Manager software team
writes the software (currently ~1.5million lines of code) that controls the missile defense system that protects the US
work in a collaborative environment to understand, implement, and test existing and new capabilities and algorithms
support reviews of requirements and test cases that are developed in support of the GFC software team