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You will be the Software Engineer Lead - Embedded for the Embedded Software team. Our team is responsible for delivering high‑performance embedded solutions that power critical defense and aerospace systems.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Software Engineer Lead - Embedded you will be responsible for guiding the development of mission‑critical embedded software across multiple programs.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the design, development, and integration of C/C++ embedded applications.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute software development activities and schedules.
- Develop, document, test, and debug complex algorithms and logical solutions.
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure seamless system integration.
- Identify and resolve program errors, produce operating instructions, and maintain comprehensive documentation.
Why Join Us
We seek a collaborative, mission‑focused engineer who thrives in a matrixed environment and wants to make a tangible impact on national security. This role offers exposure to diverse programs, cutting‑edge technology, and the opportunity to shape advanced defense capabilities.
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.
Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
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.
Basic Qualifications
• C++ 11 or higher
• Embedded real-time software development
• Hardware/Software integration & test
• Linux OS
• Experience leading a software development team through different phases of the software development life cycle
• Must have the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, must be a U.S. Citizen
Desired skills
- Thrive in a Fast-Paced Environment
- NVIDIA Development Kit experience
- Multi-threading and multi-processing experience
- Git and/or GitLab: configuration management / version control
- Automated testing
- CentOS 7.0 or higher
- Jira - issue tracking
- Publisher/subscriber protocols (preferably RTI DDS)
- Python
- Technical document development
- Technical review presentation development and delivery
- Agile development process
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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.
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As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
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National Pay Statement
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.
Premium Pay Statement
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.