Description:

You will be the Senior Software Quality Engineer for the Software Quality Engineering Team. Our team is responsible for developing and maintaining systems and software quality processes that align with AS9100, program, and customer requirements.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Senior Software Quality Engineer you will be responsible for driving software quality excellence across the IRST program.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Develop and apply quality principles to software and software‑based systems.
Design and implement software development and maintenance processes.
Define audit strategies and ensure compliance with systems/software processes.
Design, specify, and conduct test methods for software inspection, verification, and validation.
Evaluate and analyze software quality systems to identify and correct deficiencies.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative engineer who thrives in a mission‑focused environment. This role offers the opportunity to shape software quality practices for a high‑impact defense program, work with cutting‑edge technology, and directly support national security objectives.

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 Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance. A company‑sponsored interim Secret clearance is required to start.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in STEM or higher (preferable in one of the following disciplines: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering) or equivalent combined education/experience

Experience with product development phases

Software Quality or Engineering experience in Requirements Analysis, Design/Development, Product Integration and Test

Demonstrated ability to use causal analysis tools to analyze and resolve technical/process issues varying from basic to very complex

Desired Skills:

Familiar with the Atlassian Suite of tools (Jira, Confluence, etc.) and Gitlab.
Familiar with automated test system platforms (NI TestStand, NI LabVIEW, SystemLink).
Basic understanding of electro-mechanical engineering drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) with the ability to inspect drawings for compliance.
Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt)
Effective interpersonal skills, including Team building and Collaboration
Experience with presentation & problem solving skills
Experience with Government customers
Strong knowledge of Industry recognized Quality
Systems/Models such as Capability Maturity Model Integrated (CMMI), QMS System Audit (AS9100, ISO9001)
Experience with verification and validation processes
Different program phase experience (development, production, sustainment)
Corrective Action Board (Process, Command Media, corrective action , preventive action, Root Cause Analysis)
SAP software and DELMIA Apriso
Handling and Dispositioning Nonconformances
Lab/Test Equipment Hardware knowledge or background skills
Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Demonstrated basic understanding of audit techniques
Ability to interpret software design and code (C/C++) to verify implementation of requirements

Security Clearance Statement:

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Secret

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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First

Senior Software Quality Engineer