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The Lockheed Martin Next Generation Geospatial (NGG) team is seeking full-time experienced Software Engineers to be part of a team building and supporting the ground software for the NGG OPIR mission. The Relay Software (ReSW) team is building the ground-segment software that will replace the legacy Space-Based Infrared System (SBIRS) with the Next-Generation OPIR mission – capable of detecting fast, dim and highly advanced threats.

In this role, you will collaborate across several teams to support and enhance the world class ground software supporting soon-to-launch space vehicles. You will be actively working with operational personal and products that communicate with missile seeking satellites. This is a Tier 2 support role where triaging and troubleshooting skills are important. When not ensuring the health and function of our software in Operations, you will work with a great team of Software Engineers to continue executing our technical roadmap.

The successful candidate will have a passion for learning. You will have experience and/or knowledge of SQL, Angular, Java, Python, and C++. You don’t mind the occasional requirement to support during non-standard business hours and working on high-priority system fixes. You are a US Citizen; this position will require government security clearance prior to starting.

This role will have responsibilities that include:

Troubleshooting issues reported within our Operations domain.

Fixing high-priority, high-visibility issues in real time.

An on-call component – occasionally needing to support 24x7 as issues arise within an expected 40-hour work week.

Working within a team to design, implement, and test new software capabilities.

Proficiency in leveraging AI in emerging new ways as it applies to this position and practice.

Appling the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle.

Basic Qualifications

1+ years experience with one or more of Java, Python, and C++ programming languages.

Proficiency in SQL.

Familiarity with Angular framework.

Proven experience troubleshooting issues in Software and infrastructure.

Ability to work seamlessly in a collaborative multi-team environment.

Proven ability to convey technical details to non-technical audiences.

Active Secret government clearance with ability to gain TS/SCI non-polygraph.

Desired Skills

Knowledge of Agile Software Development.

Experience using observability tools (i.e. Splunk) to trace transactions across microservice architecture.

Experience with Message Broker and cross domain REST communication emphasizing Cyber Security and Reliability.

Experience working within a modern micro-service architecture.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering or other related degree from an accredited college/university.

Familiarity with OpenShift

Proven ability to triage, investigate, and resolve defects

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $91200.00 - $169400.00

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.