Software Systems Engineer Senior

Lockheed Martin Corporation • Huntsville, AL

42d • Onsite

About The Position

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full time Software Systems Engineer. In this role, you will support the software engineering lifecycle following the program Software Development Plan (SDP) to include requirements analysis, object oriented analysis & design, code & unit test, integration, and support to formal test/delivery. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of languages such as C or C++. Must be a US Citizen; this position will require Final Secret government security clearance prior to starting. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Requirements

• Proficiency in C/C++ for real‑time/embedded environments
• Ability to develop and automate unit, integration, and hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) test procedures
• Direct experience writing and managing software requirements
• Ability to capture, trace, and manage requirements using tools like IBM DOORS
• Ability to work in cross‑functional teams (hardware, firmware, mechanical, mission specialists)
• Strong written communication for formal documents (requirements, test plans, reports) and oral communication for briefings and design reviews
• Must be a US Citizen
• this position will require Final Secret government security clearance prior to starting

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to satellite payload or missile guidance & control subsystems
• Familiarity with model‑based systems engineering (MBSE) tools such as Cameo
• Experience with cybersecurity testing (e.g., FIPS‑validated libraries, secure boot)

Responsibilities

• support the software engineering lifecycle following the program Software Development Plan (SDP) to include requirements analysis
• object oriented analysis & design
• code & unit test
• integration
• support to formal test/delivery

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees