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Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 6 November 2025
Early Career Software Engineer
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.
At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.
Lockheed Martin Space in Huntsville, AL is seeking a full-time Early Career Software Engineer. In this role, you will be working with experienced engineers, you will support the software engineering lifecycle following the program Software Development Plan (SDP) to include requirements analysis, object oriented analysis & design, code & unit test, integration, and support to formal test/delivery. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of languages such as C, C++, or Python. Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Come be a part of the development of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Software within the Ground component.
Candidate will support development of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Software within the Ground component as a member of the THAAD Fire Control and Communications (TFCC) Engagement Operations Team. The candidate must coordinate with other groups within Ground Systems to ensure a successful implementation of the software. The candidate must ensure adherence to master plans and schedules.
The candidate must function well in a creative, high tempo, collaborative, cross-functional, dynamic and multi-disciplinary environment. Candidate should be self-motivated, inquisitive, conscientious, and detail oriented.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience writing software in C++, Python, or Rust
Good understanding of software development practices and software process
Good interpersonal skills and good communication skills, both written and oral
Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or higher
Experience working on teams using Agile practices
Desired Skills:
Experience with Linux, Git, Jira, and DevOps
Knowledge of and experience with the THAAD Fire Control software
Experience working with Missile programs
Security+ Certification
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: 9x80 every other Friday off
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.
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