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Software Engineer Sr - E3

Lockheed Martin logoLockheed Martin$110,300–$204,900/yrHighlands Ranch, CO, United StatesPosted 3w ago

The posting offers a 9/80, 4/10 or other compressed week. More with a 9/80 schedule

About the role

Standard Job Description

As part of the Space Software Product Line (SSPL) team, you will play a key role delivering Space Vehicle (SV) and payload flight software (FSW) toward our continued success. Our team delivers on-board functionality, thoroughly tested, and flight ready. Our support doesn’t end at launch – we are available for our customers throughout operations and sustainment phases. Come join an exciting team in a fast-paced environment at Lockheed Martin Space!

Key Responsibilities

As a Software Engineering DevSecOps Engineer within the Space Software Product Line (SSPL) you will contribute to our mission by:

  • Setup and maintain development pipelines in accordance with corporate guidelines
  • Deliver artifacts such as SBOMs, code compliance reports, code coverage metrics, etc.
  • Help maintain shared resources such as development servers

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • Experience troubleshooting with Git/Bitbucket/GitLab integration, coding and branching strategies
  • Experience with CI/CD deployment pipelines, automated build, and configuration tools
  • Experience managing and troubleshooting Kubernetes and containerised environments
  • Proficient in one or more of the following: Python, C/C++
  • Experience working in an Agile development environment, using tools such as JIRA and Confluence

Desired Skills

  • Experience in non-traditional DevOps environments, such as lab systems, embedded systems, or hardware-integrated platforms
  • Experience with package management tools like Conan for multi-platform software projects
  • Understanding of build systems and compilers such as CMake, Make, and Gradle and their role in automated software delivery
  • Experience with software and system integration, testing, and validation practices

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Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $110300.00 - $204900.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow - both professionally and personally.

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.

Copied from the listing Lockheed Martin published, verified 31 Oct 2026.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin Space builds GPS and missile warning satellites, NASA's Orion crew capsule and deep space probes.

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