Software Architect Senior Staff

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or a related Engineering/Technical Field
• Experience with Object-Oriented Analysis (OOA) / Object-Oriented Design (OOD) techniques
• Experience performing software architecture for engineering teams

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The Lockheed Martin Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) team is seeking experienced Software Architect to be part of a team developing missile defense technology that could forever change our ability to deter and respond to adversity

The Software Architect is responsible for developing a common vision across the NGI Agile teams, focused on delivery of an integrated set of products, tools, and software components supporting the SDS organizational goals. The Software Architect will work with the other NGI leads, such as the Software Integration Lead, Software Engineering Lead, Systems Engineering Lead, and NGI product teams implement the common vision across the full organization. The Software Architect will be responsible for ensuring that the NGI products follow appropriate processes and software development best practices, with emphasis on software reuse, DevSecOps processes, and automation throughout the engineering lifecycle. The individual will define, document, and communicate software architecture and designs to engineering teams, and be able to verify and support their successful implementation.

The Software Architect will need to have excellent communication skills, be able to resolve complex technical issues across the NGI teams and be able to collaboratively seek agreement across teams with differing goals and objectives. Prior experience performing software architecture with simulation software products is highly beneficial.

There are times when you will need to be willing to work a flexible schedule when required to support lab development and integration activities to meet program needs. Willing to travel occasionally within the United States if required to meet program needs.

Ability to obtain a government clearance (US Citizenship) is required for this position.

Desired Skills

• Experience with Real-time software development
• Experience with software development using Agile methodologies
• Experience with Linux and real-time operating systems
• Experience with Software and Systems Engineering best practices
• Experience with DevSecOps processes and tools
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills

By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to work remotely

Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.