Software Engineer Stf

Standard Job Description

Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities. Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems or questions in computer language for solutions by means of data processing equipment. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. Ensures software standards are met.

Innovate & Design Automation Solutions

• Architect and develop new automated test scripts, frameworks, and reusable libraries (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Java) that support end to end execution of C2BMC scenarios on Windows/Linux hosts.
• Design CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar) that integrate automated builds, test execution, result collection, and reporting.
• Create proof of concept prototypes for emerging automation concepts (e.g., container based test environments, model based test generation, AI assisted test case generation).

Lead Implementation & Execution

• Own the end to end delivery of automation features from requirements through design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Execute and monitor automated test suites, analyze results, identify root causes of failures, and drive corrective actions.

Ensure Compliance & Quality

• Apply Information Assurance (IA) policies to all automation assets; run IA scans, remediate findings, and maintain continuous compliance.
• Produce clear, concise documentation (design documents, runbooks, API guides) that enable reuse and knowledge transfer.

Mentorship & Collaboration

• Provide technical guidance and code review to senior engineers; conduct knowledge sharing sessions on scripting and CI/CD topics.
• Partner with software developers, system administrators, test leads, and IA officers to refine test requirements and resolve integration issues.
• Represent the automation team in program level meetings, presenting progress, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership and customer stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify bottlenecks in the test lifecycle and propose innovative solutions (e.g., parallel test execution, test environment automation, automated environment provisioning).
• Stay current with industry trends, DoD automation initiatives, and emerging tools; evaluate and recommend adoption where appropriate.
• Support occasional travel to customer sites for installation, validation, or hand over activities; adapt to flexible work hours as mission demands dictate.

Basic Qualifications

• Hands on experience developing, maintaining, and deploying automation scripts or test frameworks in a DoD or similarly regulated environment.
• Current DoD 8570 compliant certification
• A Final DoD Secret security clearance is required
• Proficiency with Linux command line administration and shell scripting (Bash, Zsh, etc.).
• Strong scripting/programming skills in PowerShell, Bash, Python, and/or Java - including writing, debugging, performance tuning, and maintenance.
• Practical experience with Git (branching strategies, pull?request reviews, conflict resolution, signed commits).
• Experience integrating applications on both Windows and Unix/Linux platforms (installing, configuring, and validating software stacks).
• Ability to write clear, concise technical documentation and communicate effectively with developers, system administrators, test engineers, IA personnel, and senior leadership.

Desired Skills

• Proven track record of leading automation or DevOps initiatives that resulted in measurable improvements in test cycle time, defect detection, or release frequency.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum and DevOps practices (CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, automated environment provisioning).
• Familiarity with VMWare/vSphere, HyperV, or container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes) used to create reproducible test environments.
• Ability to read, debug, and modify application source code (C/C++, Java, etc.) to support test harness development.
• Working knowledge of the C2BMC Concept of Operations (CONOPS), user interface, and typical mission system workflows.
• Experience authoring installation manuals, release notes, or other technical deliverables for government customers.
• History of mentoring junior engineers, conducting workshops, or creating training materials.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $120600.00 - $224000.00

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (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.