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The Lockheed Martin Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) team is seeking experienced Software Architect to be part of a team developing missile defense technology that could forever change our ability to deter and respond to adversity.
The Software Architect is responsible for developing a common vision across the NGI Agile teams, focused on delivery of an integrated set of products, tools, and software components supporting the SDS organizational goals. The Software Architect will work with the other NGI leads, such as the Software Integration Lead, Software Engineering Lead, Systems Engineering Lead, and NGI product teams implement the common vision across the full organization. The Software Architect will be responsible for ensuring that the NGI products follow appropriate processes and software development best practices, with emphasis on software reuse, DevSecOps processes, and automation throughout the engineering lifecycle. The individual will define, document, and communicate software architecture and designs to engineering teams, and be able to verify and support their successful implementation.
The Software Architect will need to have excellent communication skills, be able to resolve complex technical issues across the NGI teams and be able to collaboratively seek agreement across teams with differing goals and objectives. Prior experience performing software architecture with simulation software products is highly beneficial.
There are times when you will need to be willing to work a flexible schedule when required to support lab development and integration activities to meet program needs. Willing to travel occasionally within the United States if required to meet program needs. Travel up to 5% to Huntsville for Planning activities.
Ability to obtain a government clearance (US Citizenship) is required for this position.
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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. Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.
Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or a related Engineering/Technical Field
• Experience with Object-Oriented Analysis (OOA) / Object-Oriented Design (OOD) techniques
• Experience performing software architecture for engineering teams
• Experience with C++ and Python programming

Desired Skills

• Experience with Real-time software development
• Experience with software development using Agile methodologies
• Experience with Linux and real-time operating systems
• Experience with Software and Systems Engineering best practices
• Experience with DevSecOps processes and tools
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $135700.00 - $251900.00
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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.