Cyber Software Eng Sr - E3
- Top Secret clearance
- Security+
How this pay compares
This posting states $110k–$205k a year. Open cybersecurity expert jobs in Colorado post a median of $144k a year, the middle half $114k–$169k, across 49 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post.
About the job
Standard Job Description
Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full-time Experienced Software Engineer to join our Cyber Software development team. In this role you will develop embedded software, create automated test frameworks, and work closely with systems engineers, and hardware teams to ensure that embedded flight software meets stringent aerospace standards for performance, safety, and reliability. Our team supports various programs and this role will support the ACES (Advanced Capabilities Electro-optics & Security) Portfolio. ACES focuses on projects that develop first of its kind optical systems and laser. The successful candidate will have experience with programming languages such as C, C++ and experience with embedded software/hardware.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or other related degree program from an accredited college/university
- 3+ Years Experience with programming languages such as C, C++
- Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability and willingness to obtain a Top Secret Clearance
Desired Skills
- Experience with embedded software/hardware
- Experience with Gitlab and CI/CD
- Experience with HW/SW Integration
- Experience with Optical systems
- Experience with RTOS
- Prior experience with application development and security of Common Software Framework (CSF)
- Familiarity with Cyber security principles; Cyber certifications such as Security+, CySA, etc. are a plus
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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $110300.00 - $204900.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (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.
From Lockheed Martin's job posting, checked 10 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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