Software Engineer, Lead (Simulation and Training)

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering
• Minimum of 10 years of professional engineering experience
• Proven track record designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining complex software systems.
• Advanced Experience using C/C++, Java, and/or Python
• Experience with Linux/Unix Operating Environment
• Advanced experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, static analysis, and configuration management (GitLab, Jenkins, Make/CMake)
• Demonstrated project leadership skills, formal or informal
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to obtain & maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance at the SECRET level - U.S. Citizenship required

Job Description

What We're Doing

As a part of the Lockheed Martin community, we take on challenges and find solutions using creativity and collaboration. If you’re looking to be a part of a passionate team solving these complex problems, then Rotary and Mission Systems is the place for you.

The Work

As The Lead Software Engineer, You Will

• Provide technical direction and tasking to a team of multi-disciplinary engineers
• Interface with program and customer representatives on scope, schedule and funding
• Ensure technical integrity of delivered product and ensure alignment to department roadmap and vision
• Be responsible for technical, cost and schedule performance of an effort
• Lead software‑engineering activities for simulation and training subsystems across the full product lifecycle, including the software architecture and design, software implementation, and software validation testing.
• Contribute to product line road maps and influence future technology directions.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead small development teams.

This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Who You Are

You are an experienced Software‑Engineer with a proven track record on defense‑industry projects. You have advanced experience in C++ development and automated testing. You have excellent verbal and written communication; able to present technical information to senior internal and external stakeholders. You have strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities and capable of delivering innovative technical solutions. You are a technical leader who owns the technical scope, product, and schedule for your product. You build strong customer relationships.

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 Mount Laurel, NJ 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.

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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!

Desired Skills

• Familiarity using Agile Management Suite and Agile Business Rhythm
• Experience in developing team members through knowledge continuity and mentoring

Experience with combat system architecture and design

• Experience in Model Based Engineering and related tools.
• Experience with system verification and integration testing

Other Important Information

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

Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.