Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Software Team
Discovering Limitless Possibilities
Home to more than 30,000 talented professionals around the world, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is committed to shaping the future of aviation and beyond by connecting systems across the battlespace, embracing digital tools to drive innovation into our processes and technologies, and developing hypersonic systems that allow for speed and maneuverability when it matters most. We’re also building and sustaining premier systems such as the F-35, F-22, F-16, C-130, U-2 and more to keep our nation and allies safe. As your mission evolves, we’ll be with you every step of the way.
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What does a day in the life of a software engineer look like?

At Lockheed Martin, our skilled software talent spend their time collaborating with team members, communicating about goals and strategies, solving problems and paving the way forward for the future.
You'll work with fast-paced teams, creating new realities while enabling solutions that have never been seen before. Whatever the project, you can rely on the backing of a global technology leader with a culture that values innovative thinking and the resources that make it happen. Are you ready to redefine what’s possible?
Engineering a Future with Lockheed Martin Skunk Works®
What do the world’s first stealth aircraft, the world’s fastest manned aircraft, and the world’s most advanced fighter jets have in common? They were all imagined and developed by Skunks!
At the Skunk Works®, we’re looking for extraordinary talent – people eager to be on the cutting edge of technology that will define our future.

Our software developers are partnering with customers to ensure existing aircraft can remain dominant in the future battlespace. Through a series of technology demonstrations, incremental increases in software capabilities are rapidly fielded to enable a connected network across air, ground, sea, space and cyber domains. Most recently, the team successfully connected data across a U-2, F-22 and multiple F-35s while in flight in a test demonstrating Joint All-Domain Operations and the secure distribution of sensitive information across multiple platforms.
If you want to join a team where you are empowered to think outside of the box and creativity is encouraged, consider joining our legendary Skunks! Stand on the shoulders of a rich heritage of achievement as you write our next chapter.
See Your Career In Software Take Flight!
At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, your career in software can take you far. With software at the foundation of our biggest success stories, your unique expertise can make an impact across our most mission critical technological advancements.

5G - Hypersonics - Supersonics - Advanced Development - Autonomy & Artificial Intelligence -Satellite & Missile Systems - Ground/Communication Systems- Cyber Systems
What Language Speaks To You?
Our team hires for a variety of skills to put your unique software expertise to use! With our Advanced Development opportunities, experience in the following will help you thrive: Experience with Java or C++, object oriented architectures, and object oriented design, Data Links, Communications, and modular Open Mission Systems architectures.
With our Software opportunities throughout Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, experience in the following can open up a variety of career paths for you to consider: Java Development, C++, Object-Oriented Design (OOD), Real-Time Programming, UML, Rhapsody, Wind River Workbench, VxWorks, Simulink, MATLAB, Python, Embedded Software Development, Closed-Loop Software Systems, Web Development, Digital, UNIX, Linux, PL/SQL, Hibernate, REST, SOAP, COTS, FOSS, ADA, Platform Porting, Flight Simulation, Computer Vision and Autonomous Robotics.
JOIN OUR AERONAUTICS SOFTWARE TEAM
Why Join Our Team?
At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics we value your unique skills and expertise and we aim to give back continuously by offering a wide variety of benefits and amenities to help our employees live flexible, healthy, and fulfilling lives at and outside of work. Some of our team’s favorite perks include:
- The promotion of work life balance
- Flexible schedules
- Competitive 401K match
- Dedication to Diversity and Inclusion
- Company investment in professional development
- Long term stability
- Cutting-edge patented technology
- Dedication to mission success
- Comprehensive Benefits including Medical/Vision/Dental/Life Insurance
- A Receptive and Inclusive Culture focused on Career Development, Continued Learning/Tuition Assistance, and Mentoring Opportunities
Lockheed Martin Benefits
A Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion
By building an inclusive work environment, we help ensure that Lockheed Martin is able to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce that has the opportunity to showcase and develop their skills and abilities. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's global commitment to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion for all below.
- 2021 #1 Top Employer By Woman Engineer Magazine
- 2021 #1 Top Defense Contractor
- 2021 Top Workplaces To Grow Your Career by Linkedin
- 2021 Best Employers List for New Grads by Forbes Magazine
- 2020 Best Employers For Diversity by Forbes Magazine
- 2020 Best Employer For Veterans by Military Times
- 2020 Most Admired Companies by Fortune Magazine
- Best Places To Work For LGBTQ Equality by Human Rights Campaign Foundation
- Top 50 Equal Opportunity Employer by Equal Opportunity Magazine
Diversity & Inclusion at Lockheed Martin
Early Career Opportunities
As a software engineer at Lockheed Martin, you'll put your expertise to use, working alongside mission-driven teams to create digital solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges.
Beyond partaking in meaningful work, you will gain invaluable exposure with some of the greatest aerospace technology in existence and learn from some of the brightest minds around.
With limitless potential, jumpstart your career path by joining our team!
Early Career Opportunities
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Fort Worth
1 Lockheed Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76108
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Palmdale
1011 Lockheed Way, Palmdale, CA 93599
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Marietta
86 S Cobb Dr SE, Marietta, GA 30060
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Greenville
244 Terminal Rd, Greenville, SC 29605