Description: WHO WE ARE
Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.

LM SPACE: WHAT WE'RE DOING
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. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

THE WORK

Lockheed Martin is seeking a talented Software Architect with an active TS/SCI security clearance to work from either our Littleton, CO or King of Prussia, PA location(s). This is a new RF ground program.

The Software Architect is responsible for:

• Leading and developing the Software Architecture for the program through all phases of the software development life cycle -- requirements, design, code, test, and maintenance
• Leading a team of software engineers, coordinating with other subsystem team and program leadership, splitting time between technical and leadership tasks
• Planning, conducting, and coordinating software development activities for a mission planning / command and control software systems, performing complex processing of instruction sets for multiple hardware sites based on user input
• Engaging with Systems Engineering organization to decompose and allocate requirements, perform verification and validation, and support system integration
• Applying the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. This will include facilitating an Agile workflow and supporting major program milestone events (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR) from initial design through final delivery of a product
• Applying knowledge of computer hardware and software, mission planning and command and control systems, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to architect software
• Correcting program errors, compiling documentation of program development, and analyzing system capabilities, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls
• Ensures software standards are met

This is an SR CAREER (level 5) ROLE where candidates typically require 8 years of professional experience and a BS degree.

This position is contingent upon the program award expected in Q2, 2026.

WHY JOIN US

Opportunity for Impact: Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization.

Professional Development: Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world-class training and development programs.

Collaborative Culture: Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success.

Competitive Benefits: Lockheed Martin employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: 401K, PTO, and work/life balance and more.

Basic Qualifications:

• Demonstrated Experience leading highly technical software development efforts
• Experience leading cross‑functional initiatives, interfacing with product management, hardware engineers, and external partners
• Ability to interact with peers to facilitate interoperability with other subsystems
• Experience with service architectures and computationally complex problems
• Experience with product lifecycle phases (SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR)
• Active TS/SCI security clearance is required for consideration

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrated understanding of software design with a focus on web-client user interfaces

• Prior experience with migrating and integrating R&D projects into an operational system

• Previous experience in RF Ground Systems

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or similar technical discipline. Equivalent industry-related experience is acceptable

• Prior experience as a software architect

• Prior experience with mission management and command and control software

• Ability to translate technical decisions into cost‑benefit analyses, ROI models, and program schedule impacts.

• Experience presenting technical roadmaps to senior executives, and high-level customer stakeholders.

• Skilled at breaking down large, complex epics into manageable features and user stories while maintaining traceability to requirements and compliance standards

• Experience with Software-Defined Radios (SDRs)

• Experience with C++, Python, Angular, Active MQ, or other similar high-level languages

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: TS/SCI

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
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $134,000 - $236,325. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
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.
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: SPACE

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Software Engineering

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First