Freelance Embedded Software Engineer Jobs in Dallas, TX

You will be the Embedded Software Engineer for the Embedded Software team. Our team is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining embedded C/C++ software that powers critical missile and fire-control systems.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Embedded Software Engineer you will be responsible for delivering high-quality embedded solutions that meet demanding mission requirements.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and integrate embedded software components and algorithms into C/C++ applications.
• Plan, conduct, and coordinate software development activities across the product lifecycle.
• Design, document, test, and debug software that implements logical and mathematical solutions for mission-critical problems.
• Apply deep knowledge of computer hardware and system architecture to create robust, performant code.
• Identify and correct program errors, produce operating instructions, and maintain comprehensive development documentation.

Why Join Us
We are looking for a collaborative, purpose-driven professional who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges that keep the warfighter safe. This role offers high visibility, direct impact on mission-critical programs, and a clear path for career growth within a world-class aerospace organization.
We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering or related field
Active Final Secret Clearance
Real-time embedded software development
C++ (version 11 or higher)
Linux Operating Systems (CentOS, Rocky 8, or similar distribution)
Desired skills
Agile Development (Scrum Master or Product Owner or Release Train Engineer experience)
Multithreading/multiprocessing development
GitLab CI/CD Pipelines
GoogleTest or similar Unit test tool
Knowledge of Publish / Subscribe communication protocol Data Distribution Services (DDS) by RTI is preferred
Common Object Request Broker Architecture (CORBA)
C-Make
Cameo Modeler
Windows Operating System
Experience as a software engineer working with multi-disciplined teams
EEO
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.
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Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.
As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Other Important Information
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.
Work Schedule Information
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.
National Pay Statement
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 $93,200 - $164,450. 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.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $107,300 - $185,840. 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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.