Software Engineer - Early Career

Date posted: Jun. 22, 2026

At Lockheed Martin we 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 career opportunities designed to propel development 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. This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built.

Lockheed Martin F-35 Sensor Fusion team is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our team in developing the next generation of sensor fusion algorithms. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, modeling, analyzing, and testing Fusion algorithms as well as collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate solutions into Fusion applications.

Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Aerospace Engineering or a related field
• Experience with C++ and MATLAB
• Strong mathematical foundation in Linear Algebra, Probability Theory, and Statistics
• Real Time Operating System (RTOS) experience – (Windows & Linux)
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Desired Skills

• Significant project work with an emphasis in Mathematics
• Experience implementing Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning algorithms in real time operating systems
• Strong understanding of Object Oriented Programming (OOP)/Object Oriented Design (OOD)
• Experience modeling vehicle motion, sensor modeling, non-linear optimization, developing data association algorithms, and/or prior sensor fusion experience
• Real Time Operating System (RTOS) experience – (Windows & Linux)
• Extensive experience modeling vehicle motion, sensor modeling, non-linear optimization, state estimation, data association, and sensor fusion

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

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

4 yr and up College

Business Unit

AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Relocation Available

Yes

Career Area

Software Engineering

Type

Full-Time

Shift

First

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

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Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

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