Software Engineer - Level 5
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on401, Nichols Street, Downtown Fort Worth, Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, 76102, United States
About Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin's products play a critical role in the national security of the United States and more than 70 other countries, ensuring peace and stability around the world. Our workforce of more than 25,000 possesses pre-eminent expertise in advanced aircraft design, stealth technology, and systems integration. We use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
At Lockheed Martin, our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. With flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits, we enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
About the Role
As a Mission Assurance Software Engineer Senior-Staff, you will support the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) and Integrated Fighter Group (IFG) platforms. This role requires expert-level technical mastery and a proven ability to define and steer agile development strategy. You will set program-wide architecture, define design and interface standards, and lead internal and external design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, etc.).
You will drive the adoption of emerging protection technologies and advanced analysis methodologies across the Aeronautics portfolio. Daily, you will mentor testing leads, coach senior engineers and program managers on best-practice adoption, and present progress to senior leadership. You will also oversee program-wide root-cause investigations, coordinate cross-functional response teams, and produce executive-level after-action reports. The successful candidate will report to the Mission Assurance F-35 & IFG Manager and work closely with the Mission Assurance staff to ensure synergy across the Aero portfolio.
Location and Travel
This position is located in Fort Worth, TX. The role requires the ability to travel to Lockheed Martin facilities, supplier sites, and customer locations. Please note that this position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Hiring Process and Application
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5-30 days of the requisition posting date to receive optimal consideration. 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. If you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs for roles that align with your qualifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce.
Work location
Work model: On-site
401, Nichols Street, Downtown Fort Worth, Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, 76102, United States
Fort Worth, Texas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleEstablish and govern program-wide unit test and requirements-driven testing strategy
- check_circleDefine agile governance and coach senior engineers on best-practice adoption
- check_circleSet architectural standards and define source-control policies for critical software features
- check_circleArchitect enterprise-wide middleware frameworks and define integration contracts
- check_circleEstablish CI/CD best-practice standards and ensure compliance with security and quality gates
- check_circleDefine embedded-software strategy including RTOS and safety-critical design practices
- check_circleOversee program-wide root-cause investigations and coordinate cross-functional response teams
- check_circleCollaborate with system and hardware engineers to ensure software meets interface and security requirements
- check_circleAuthor program-level architecture, standards, and compliance documentation
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's (or higher) degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline
- verifiedMinimum 12+ years of software-development experience
- verifiedSecret Clearance with ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) Clearance
Nice to Have
Expert-level C/C++ programming background with ability to design reusable libraries and frameworks. Extensive experience with GNU build tools (Make, CMake, etc.). Hands-on experience with AMD/Xilinx FPGA tools (Vitis, Vivado) and integration of FPGA-based IP. Extensive Linux development experience (user-space and kernel-level), including driver development and performance tuning. Advanced embedded software experience (memory-mapped hardware; practical FPGA integration; deep knowledge of RTOS and bare-metal development; proven ability to perform rate-monotonic scheduling analysis). Extensive experience with cryptographic libraries (OpenSSL, WolfSSL, etc.) and implementation of secure-coding best practices in mission-critical software. Prior ownership of GitLab (or similar) source-control strategy and design/maintenance of enterprise-grade CI/CD pipelines. Experience leading unit test and requirements-driven test development. Advanced use of Agile tools such as Jira and Confluence (or equivalents). Familiarity with JSF and/or IFG Mission Systems, Combat Navigation & Identification (CNI), Electronic Warfare (EW), Weapons, and Radar sub-systems. Reverse Engineering background.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurancecheck_circleLife Insurancecheck_circleShort-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurancecheck_circle401(k) with company matchcheck_circleFlexible Spending Accountscheck_circleEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)check_circleEducation Assistancecheck_circleParental Leavecheck_circlePaid Time Off and Holidayscheck_circleFlexible work schedules including condensed work weeks
