Software Engineer III, Satellite Test Systems

Job description

**Description:** Join us as a **Software Engineer** where you will design and develop software for complex satellite and rocket test and measurement systems utilizing Common Off the Shelf (COTS) and custom software tools as well as, perform software engineering best practices to include: design, development, and software/hardware integration.
Location: **Although this position does support some teleworking** ; the selected candidate will need to be located near our Lockheed Martin Space facility in: Sunnyvale CA , and be expected to work in the office as needed and as appropriate.
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About Us:
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.
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**Key activities you will accomplish in this role:**
• Program in languages such as C, C++, Python etc.

• Design, develop, document, test, and debug with NetAcquire Test Equipment and National Instruments (NI) automated test equipment.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle following the program Software Development Plan (SDP).
• Participate in Configuration Management/Configuration Control efforts.
• Participate in the team's daily standups, testing, and demos.
• Develop unit tests and test procedures to assist in maintaining code coverage.
• Work in a dynamic team environment.
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**To be effective in this role, you will need:**
• Programming experience in one or more of the following: C/C++, Python
• 5+ years professional experience; 3+ years with Masters degree.
• While no clearance is needed to start this position, you will need to obtain and maintain a **Secret clearance** , thus **US Citizenship** is required.
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**Why Lockheed Martin?**
Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package .
Find out more on how we proudly support Hiring Our Heroes .
At Space we value your skills, training, and education.

We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach – and yours as a Lockheed Martin Space employee… join us to experience your future!
**Let’s do Space!**
**Basic Qualifications:**
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or other related degree program from an accredited college/university or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Experience with programming languages such as C, C++, or Python
• Experience with full software life cycle development including SW design, architecture, integration and/or test.
• Must be a United States citizen and be able to obtain a Secret government security clearance.
**Desired Skills:**
• Software architecture design.
• Demonstrated usage of programming languages in a software engineering role.

• Implementation of algorithms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to perform software integration and test
development activities .

• Experience with full software life cycle development including SW design, architecture and integration & test.
• Active Secret Clearance.
**Security Clearance Statement:** This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
**Clearance Level:** Secret
**Other Important Information You Should Know**
**Expression of Interest:** 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.
**Work Schedules:** Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees.

Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed.

These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
**Schedule for this Position:** 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
**Pay Rate:** The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $89,300 - $157,550.

For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.

Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

**Benefits offered:** 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, and Holidays.

(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays.

Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays.

PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

This position is incentive plan eligible.
**Pay Rate:** The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $102,800 - $178,135.

For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.

Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

**Benefits offered:** 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, and Holidays.

This position is incentive plan eligible.
**Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.**
**The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.**
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility.

Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
**Experience Level:** Experienced Professional
**Business Unit:** SPACE
**Relocation Available:** Possible
**Career Area:** Software Engineering
**Type:** Full-Time
**Shift:** First

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