Software Engineer Senior Staff - Level 5

Description:

You will be a technical staff member for laboratory software development within the LM Aero Simulation and System Lab (SSL) F22 MITL Team. This organization develops state of the art, real-time, pilot-in-the-loop fighter and airlift simulations and systems integration laboratories. This includes simulators for the F-16, F-22, F-35, C-5, C-130J, and L-100 aircraft.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Software Engineer Senior Staff, you will serve as the software lead for the F-22 Air Combat Simulation (ACS) Man in the Loop (MITL) development team which is responsible for developing and integrating new features into the simulation, sustaining the product, and rehosting the Operational Flight Program for Linux environments. The ACS serves as the Digital Twin for the F22 aircraft and supports pilot training, tactics development, and DT/OT testing including DevSecOps support in the Raptor Virtual Development Lab (RVDL).

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing weekly/monthly status, leading technical interchange meetings, and performing as the functional interface into the team.


• Involvement with customer interactions, including program management reviews, risk meetings, and delivery of contract data requirements.


• Oversee Agile workflow, participating in program increment and sprint planning, and coordinating with Scrum leads.


• Technical involvement in software reviews and all documentation before submission to customers.


• Provide day to day guidance to the MITL development team, leveraging software development experience, to ensure high quality, OFP based software delivery.

What’s In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

You are a collaborative, self‑motivated software professional with a strong foundation in high‑order programming languages and a passion for modeling and simulation. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy solving complex technical problems, and are eager to contribute to cutting‑edge aerospace initiatives.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

This position is in Marietta, GA Discover Marietta.

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Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Software, Computer Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited university
• Extensive experience developing in C/C++, Java and/or Ada
• Team or project leadership experience
• Experience in the use of Windows and Linux Operating Systems.
• Experienced software engineer that understands, and has a working knowledge of the following:
• Avionics for aircraft
• OFPs
• Open Systems Architecture
• Familiar with aircraft Man in the Loop simulations
Desired Skills:
• Master of Science in Aerospace/Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited university
• Experience interfacing with components through Interface Control Documents
• Experience solving complex technical issues and/or problems
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Experience with real-time simulation software development
• Ability to learn from others and pass knowledge on to others.
• Experience with, or knowledge of, basic aircraft flight dynamics (aerodynamics, engineering mechanics and fluid mechanics, equations of motion, coordinate transformation), and avionics.
• Experience with aircraft flight controls and automatic flight controls.
• Must be able to work in a team environment and work with internal and external customers.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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
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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Software Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First