Job ID: 704758BR Date posted: Sep. 10, 2025 Program: Event REQ
Description:As we enter a new era of Strategic Weapon Systems, Lockheed Martin is a pioneer, partner, innovator and builder. Our amazing men and women are on a mission to make a difference in the world and every single day we use our unique skills, talents and experiences to design and build solutions to some of the world’s hardest engineering problems. Do you want to be part of a culture that inspires employees to envision the impossible, perform with excellence and build incredible products? We provide the resources, inspiration and focus—if you have the passion and courage to dream big, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Bring your experience and passion for engineering to Lockheed Martin, and build the systems which support our nation's defense systems.

We are seeking a Software Quality Engineer to join our team ensuring the highest standards of quality across complex mission-critical software programs. In this role, you will provide quality oversight throughout the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC), from requirements definition through deployment and sustainment. You will partner closely with engineering teams to ensure compliance with quality management systems, industry standards (ISO, AS9100, ASMI), and program requirements, while applying Agile, Waterfall, and Incremental development models.

This role is essential in driving quality improvements, establishing and analyzing metrics, and ensuring processes support the successful delivery of high-performance, secure, and reliable software solutions that meet mission objectives.

Important Notes

• Candidates may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

• Applying to this Expression of Interest opportunity introduces you to Lockheed Martin's job opportunities and promotes you to managers who are interested in hiring for multiple roles.

• You can’t and will not be hired on this requisition. Actual job responsibilities, levels, and locations will vary based on actual hiring job postings.
Basic Qualifications:
• Active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related technical field

• Experience working across the software development lifecycle (requirements, design, implementation, testing, release, and maintenance)

• Knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and Incremental development methodologies

• Experience with Quality Management Systems and compliance standards (e.g., ISO, AS9100, ASMI)

• Familiarity with developing and tracking quality metrics to support continuous improvement

• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with software engineers and program stakeholders
Desired Skills:
• Experience supporting large-scale software development programs in defense, aerospace, or highly regulated industries

• Hands-on knowledge of software verification and validation practices

• Familiarity with DevSecOps environments and modern CI/CD pipelines

• Experience preparing for and supporting audits, assessments, and customer reviews

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks and recommend process improvements

• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and adapt to evolving mission needs
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 and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $85,500 - $150,765. 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: RF Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First